Integrative Psychiatric Medication Management & Evaluations in CT
Rooted in Care. Growing through Balance.
Our Services
At Rooted in Serenity Behavioral Health LLC, we provide outpatient psychiatric medication management for adults across Connecticut, with an integrative medical approach that considers how lifestyle, physical health, and emotional well-being are interconnected.
Our practice proudly offers affirming care for all identities. We are LGBTQIA+ inclusive and committed to creating a space where every person feels respected, supported, and understood.
Care is grounded in evidence-based psychiatric practice and delivered through a collaborative, thoughtful process. Appointments are intentionally paced to allow for careful assessment, clear treatment planning, and ongoing follow-up. Services are offered through secure telehealth statewide and in-person appointments in Middlebury, CT.
We currently accept self-pay and most major insurance plans, including UnitedHealthcare, Optum, Aetna, Anthem | BCBS, Carelon, Cigna, Oxford, and HUSKY Health (CT Medicaid).
At Rooted in Serenity, our goal is simple:
to support clarity, steadiness, and sustainable progress through thoughtful psychiatric care. 🌿
Whether you are starting treatment or continuing medication management, care is designed to be clear, structured, and focused on meaningful progress.
What You Can Expect
Care is structured and goal-oriented, with a focus on clear treatment planning, follow-through, and ongoing symptom management.
Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluations
Your first visit is a structured psychiatric evaluation focused on understanding your current concerns, medical history, and overall functioning. We review symptoms, sleep patterns, stressors, and relevant health factors to develop a clear, individualized plan for medication management.
Medication Management
Treatment is grounded in evidence-based medication management tailored to your symptoms, goals, and response to treatment. When appropriate, we consider medical and lifestyle factors such as sleep, stress, and physical health that may influence treatment outcomes.
Follow-Up Visits
Follow-up visits focus on monitoring progress, assessing medication response, and making adjustments as needed. Appointments are structured to track symptoms, support stability, and maintain clear, ongoing treatment planning.
Collaborative Care
Care is collaborative and structured, with an emphasis on clarity, transparency, and shared decision-making. Patients are encouraged to stay engaged in treatment, attend scheduled appointments, and participate in follow-up care to support the best outcomes.
Inclusive Care
Care is provided in a respectful, culturally responsive, and LGBTQIA+ affirming environment. Each patient is treated with professionalism, attentiveness, and individualized consideration.
Care is most effective for individuals who are able to engage in treatment, attend appointments consistently, and follow through with recommended care.
Who We Treat
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depressive disorders (mild to moderate)
Anxiety disorders
PMDD and hormone-related mood symptoms
Stress-related symptoms and life transitions
Medication side effects and treatment optimization
Appointment Options & Self Pay Rates
Each appointment is structured, collaborative, and paced to support thoughtful care.
Initial Psychiatric Evaluation
Your first appointment is a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation focused on understanding your current concerns, medical history, and treatment goals. We review relevant mental health history, medications, physical health factors, sleep patterns, and lifestyle considerations that may be influencing symptoms.
This initial visit is designed to clarify diagnosis, discuss treatment options, and determine an appropriate medication management plan. Care is evidence-based, collaborative, and tailored to your individual needs.
Duration & Fees
Initial psychiatric evaluations are typically scheduled for 60 minutes, though session length may vary based on clinical complexity.
Self-pay rate: $325
Insurance: If using in-network insurance, costs depend on your plan’s copay, coinsurance, or deductible
Out-of-network: Superbills are available upon request
Follow-Up Appointments
Follow-up appointments focus on monitoring progress, assessing medication response, and making adjustments as needed. We review changes in symptoms such as mood, focus, sleep, or energy, and address relevant medical or lifestyle factors that may affect treatment.
When appropriate, visits may include review of lab results or discussion of physical health considerations that intersect with psychiatric care. The goal of follow-up visits is to support stability, clarity, and ongoing treatment optimization.
Duration & Fees
Follow-up appointments are typically scheduled for 30 minutes, though visit length may vary depending on clinical needs.
Self-pay rate: $220 - $265
Insurance: If using in-network insurance, costs depend on your plan’s copay, coinsurance, or deductible
Longer or more complex visits may be billed under a higher CPT code and may result in an additional charge.
Out-of-network: Superbills are available for clients using out-of-network benefits
Self-Pay
At Rooted in Serenity Behavioral Health, you may choose to receive care through self-pay. This option offers added flexibility and transparency while keeping care focused on thoughtful, individualized psychiatric medication management.
Benefits
Privacy & Control
Self-pay visits are not billed to insurance. Diagnostic codes and treatment details are not automatically shared with third parties unless you choose to request documentation.
Clinical Flexibility
Treatment decisions are guided by clinical judgment and your needs, rather than insurance coverage rules, prior authorizations, or network restrictions.Clear, Upfront Pricing
Self-pay rates are discussed in advance so you know the cost of your visit before care begins. Documentation can be provided if you wish to seek out-of-network reimbursement.Streamlined Access
Self-pay allows for a more direct scheduling process without delays related to insurance verification or authorization requirements.
Good Faith Estimates (GFE)
In accordance with the No Surprises Act, all self-pay patients receive a Good Faith Estimate prior to starting care. This estimate outlines the expected cost of services so you can make informed decisions about your care.
Out-of-Network Options
At Rooted in Serenity Behavioral Health, you may choose to use your out-of-network (OON) insurance benefits for psychiatric medication management services.
If your plan includes out-of-network behavioral health coverage, you may be eligible for partial reimbursement. After each visit, we can provide a superbill—an itemized receipt that includes the required CPT and diagnosis codes—which you may submit directly to your insurance company.
Reimbursement amounts vary by plan and are determined by your insurer. We recommend contacting your insurance provider in advance to ask about:
out-of-network deductibles
reimbursement rates
claim submission requirements
This option allows you to access care while maintaining flexibility around provider choice and scheduling.
Important Information About Safety and Scope of Care
Rooted in Serenity Behavioral Health is an outpatient practice providing psychiatric medication management for adults. As a solo provider practice, we do not offer emergency services, after-hours coverage, or crisis intervention.
If you are experiencing a psychiatric emergency—such as thoughts of harming yourself or others, severe or urgent medication reactions, or a rapid worsening of symptoms—please seek immediate care through one of the following resources:
Call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — Call or text 988 (available 24/7)
Mobile Crisis Services (Connecticut) — Dial 211 and follow the prompts
Crisis Text Line — Text HOME to 741741
These resources are available to provide immediate support when urgent care is needed.
Scope of Care & Higher Levels of Support
Rooted in Serenity Behavioral Health provides outpatient psychiatric medication management for adults. While care is attentive and collaborative, some clinical situations require a higher level of support than can be safely provided in an outpatient or telehealth setting.
If at any point symptoms indicate that additional structure or monitoring is needed, a referral to a higher level of care may be recommended, such as:
Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP)
Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP)
Inpatient psychiatric care
These recommendations are made thoughtfully and with patient safety as the primary consideration.
Please note that Rooted in Serenity Behavioral Health does not provide crisis services, inpatient coordination, or 24/7 on-call care. If ongoing needs fall outside the scope of this practice, we will communicate this clearly and support an appropriate transition to a setting better equipped to meet those needs.