Lakeside Behavioral Health provides outpatient psychiatric evaluation and medication management for adults with ptsd at our St. Louis, MO and O’Fallon, IL locations. Our board-certified psychiatrists develop individualized treatment plans to reduce symptoms and restore daily functioning.
How Outpatient Psychiatry Treats PTSD
Psychiatric treatment involves comprehensive diagnostic evaluation followed by individualized medication management. PTSD frequently co-occurs with depression, substance use, and chronic pain, requiring integrated pharmacological strategies.
What psychiatric treatment includes:
- Diagnostic evaluation covering trauma history, symptoms, and co-occurring conditions
- FDA-approved medications: sertraline and paroxetine (SSRIs for PTSD)
- Prazosin for trauma-related nightmares
- SNRIs and other agents for patients who do not respond to first-line options
- Coordination with therapists and TMS providers for integrated treatment
- Regular follow-ups with medication adjustments based on response
Signs Psychiatric Care May Be Right for Your PTSD
Consider a psychiatric evaluation if:
- Intrusive memories, nightmares, or hypervigilance interfere with functioning
- Medication can help manage sleep, mood, and arousal while you engage in therapy
- You have been self-medicating PTSD symptoms with substances
- Previous medication trials have been inadequate or incomplete
- You are a military service member or veteran seeking TRICARE-covered care
What to Expect at Lakeside
Your first appointment is a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation lasting 45 to 60 minutes covering symptoms, medical history, family history, and treatment goals.
The ongoing treatment process:
- Initial evaluation with diagnosis and treatment recommendation
- Follow-up visits every 2 to 4 weeks during medication adjustments
- Frequency decreasing as symptoms stabilize
- Coordination with therapists and other providers throughout
- In-person appointments at St. Louis and O’Fallon offices
Why Choose Lakeside Behavioral Health
Lakeside offers integrated psychiatric care under one roof.
Key advantages:
- TRICARE-accepted with experience treating military trauma
- O’Fallon location serves Scott Air Force Base community
- VA Community Care Network referrals accepted
- Integrated model: psychiatry + therapy + IOP + TMS
- All authorization and referral paperwork managed by our team
Call 314-916-3027 to schedule your evaluation.
Take the Next Step
Reach out and our team will walk you through evaluation, scheduling, and insurance verification. In-person care is available in St. Louis and O'Fallon. Virtual therapy and IOP extend throughout Missouri and Illinois.
- CARF Accredited
- Most major insurance accepted
- In-person and virtual appointments
- Adult psychiatry, therapy, IOP, and TMS