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Plain-language guides on mental health, medication, and getting care in Florida, written by Dr. Valido.
What is concierge psychiatry, and is it worth it?
How membership psychiatry works, what it costs in Florida, and who it's a good fit for.
7 min read ADHDAdult ADHD evaluation in Florida: what to expect
What a thorough adult ADHD evaluation includes, how telehealth prescribing works, and how to prepare.
8 min read Cost & insuranceHow to get reimbursed for out-of-network psychiatry
A step-by-step guide to using a superbill with your PPO, HSA, or FSA.
6 min read Getting care7 signs it may be time to see a psychiatrist
Common signs that it may be time to see a psychiatrist, and what a first appointment can help with.
5 min read Getting carePsychiatrist, psychologist, or therapist: who should you see?
The differences between psychiatrists, psychologists, and licensed therapists, and how to choose the right one.
5 min read Getting careWhat to expect at your first psychiatric evaluation
A step-by-step look at what happens during a first psychiatric evaluation and how to prepare.
6 min read MedicationHow long do antidepressants take to work?
A realistic timeline for antidepressants like SSRIs: what improves first, when to expect full effect, and when to change course.
6 min read MedicationCommon antidepressant side effects and how to manage them
Practical ways to manage common antidepressant side effects, and when a medication change makes more sense.
6 min read AnxietyGeneralized anxiety disorder: treatment options that work
What generalized anxiety disorder looks like and the therapy and medication options that help most.
6 min read AnxietyPanic attacks: what they are and what actually helps
What happens in a panic attack, how to get through one, and the treatments that prevent them.
5 min read TraumaPTSD treatment options for adults in Florida
What PTSD looks like, the therapies and medications that help most, and how to start treatment in Florida.
6 min read Substance useSuboxone and substance use treatment in Florida
How buprenorphine (Suboxone) and other medications treat opioid, alcohol, and other substance use, and how telehealth treatment works.
7 min read OCDOCD treatment: what actually works
How OCD differs from everyday worry, why exposure and response prevention works so well, and how medication fits in.
6 min read SleepInsomnia that won't quit: CBT-I and medication options
Why CBT-I is the first-line treatment for chronic insomnia and how medication fits in.
6 min read Perinatal mental healthPostpartum depression: signs, treatment, and support in Florida
How to recognize postpartum depression and anxiety, the treatments available, and where to find support in Florida.
6 min read MoodBipolar disorder or depression? Why getting it right matters
How bipolar disorder can look like depression, why the difference changes treatment, and the signs to mention to your doctor.
6 min read Work & stressBurnout or depression? How to tell, and what to do
How burnout differs from depression, the warning signs of both, and steps that actually help.
6 min read Getting careTelehealth psychiatry in Florida: how it works and is it as good?
How online psychiatry works in Florida, what the research says about effectiveness, and how to get the most out of video visits.
5 min read ADHDStimulant vs. non-stimulant ADHD medications for adults
How stimulant and non-stimulant ADHD medications compare for adults, including benefits, side effects, and who each fits.
6 min read En españolPsiquiatra en español en Florida: atención en tu idioma
Cómo encontrar atención psiquiátrica en español en Florida, por qué importa el idioma y qué esperar de una consulta por video.
5 min read FamilyHow to support a loved one who's struggling with their mental health
Practical ways to support a family member or partner with depression, anxiety, or another mental health condition, and how to take care of yourself.
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