Our Approach to Care
Compassionate, individualized psychiatric care tailored to your needs
What We Believe
At MindMED, we believe mental health challenges are human experiences, not personal failures. Every patient deserves to be heard, understood, and treated with empathy.
We combine evidence-based psychiatry with a whole-person approach—considering your physical health, lifestyle, relationships, and personal goals as part of your care.
How We Work Together
Your care begins with a comprehensive evaluation where we take time to understand your full story—not just your symptoms, but your life, your concerns, and what you hope to achieve.
From there, we develop a personalized treatment plan together. This might include medication management, lifestyle recommendations, or integrated psychotherapy when it supports your overall care.
Appointments are unhurried. We believe good care takes time, and you should never feel rushed.
Please note: MindMED provides psychiatric care, not stand-alone therapy. Psychotherapy is offered only when it’s part of an integrated treatment plan that includes medication management. If you’re looking for therapy alone, we’re happy to recommend excellent therapists in the area.
Our Services
Psychiatric Medication Management
- Comprehensive initial evaluations (60–90 minutes)
- Ongoing medication management and monitoring
- Evidence-based treatment for anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and related conditions
- Collaborative, patient-centered care
- Regular follow-up appointments to optimize treatment
Integrated Care
- Medication management with psychotherapy integrated when clinically appropriate
- Combined approach for patients who benefit from both modalities
- Focus on symptom relief, functional improvement, and long-term stability
- Coordination with outside therapists when patients are engaged in separate psychotherapy
- Comprehensive treatment planning
Women’s Mental Health
Dr. Fredes specializes in women’s mental health across all life stages. While she welcomes all adult patients, she brings particular expertise in:
- Perinatal and postpartum mood disorders
- PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder)
- Perimenopause and menopause-related mood changes
- Fertility-related emotional challenges
Ready to Get Started?
Schedule a consultation or reach out with any questions about our services.