Psychiatric Medication Management
Medication Management in Sugar Land
Every visit at CIP Psychiatry is with a provider from our psychiatrist-led team. You get careful prescribing, in-network coverage, and a plan built around your goals. See us in person in Sugar Land, or online by telehealth anywhere in Texas.
WHO TREATS YOU
Your Psychiatrist for Medication Management, Every Visit
At many clinics a nurse practitioner manages your medication while the psychiatrist works somewhere else. CIP Psychiatry is built differently. Dr. Shehram Majid, a board-certified psychiatrist, stays actively involved in patient care and meets regularly with our nurse practitioners to keep treatment consistent and high quality.
When you come in, you may see Dr. Majid or a nurse practitioner working under his supervision. Either way, your care follows the same evaluation process and treatment standards.
Why psychiatrist-led care matters
Dr. Majid is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and trained across outpatient, inpatient, emergency, and Veterans Affairs settings. That depth shapes how the whole team prescribes, and it matters most when the details are easy to get wrong:
✓ Managing several medications at once and catching interactions early
✓ Recognizing when a physical issue, not a mental one, is driving your symptoms
✓ Handling complex cases like bipolar disorder or treatment-resistant depression
We schedule your follow-up visits with our care team, so you are not referred out to a different practice. You get to know the people managing your treatment, and they get to know you.
OUR PRESCRIBING PHILOSOPHY
Our Approach to Medication Management
Some people worry that seeing a psychiatrist means leaving with a prescription no matter what. That is not how we work. We prescribe only when medication truly helps. First, we look at the bigger picture. We ask about your sleep, your stress, and the daily routines that shape how you feel.
When medication is the right call, we explain your options in plain words and talk through the trade-offs together. We discuss the rationale, expected timeline, and if appropriate, the exit strategy. For some conditions, such as bipolar disorder, ongoing medication is the standard of care, and we are honest with you about that.
Medication only when it truly helps. Careful, intentional prescribing is the heart of how we work.
Genetic Testing for Treatment-Resistant Cases
When a patient has tried several medications without relief, we may recommend GeneSight genetic testing. It looks at how your body is likely to respond to certain psychiatric medications, which can help guide prescribing for treatment-resistant cases.
What a Visit Includes
What Your Medication Management Visit Includes
Real conversations, not rushed refills. Care begins with a thorough first appointment and continues with regular follow-ups.
Your First Appointment
Your first appointment is a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation. We take time to learn your symptoms, your history, and your goals. Together we reach a working diagnosis and map out a plan. Nothing is rushed.
Your Follow-Up Visits
Follow-up visits are more than a quick medication check. Each one builds in brief supportive therapy, woven right into your visit. You get space to talk through current challenges, find ways to cope, and build resilience. At the same time, we review how your treatment is working.
How It Works
How Medication Management Works at CIP
Request An Appointment
View real-time availability and complete our secure, HIPAA-compliant intake request online.
We Set Up Your Account
Our team verifies your insurance and contacts you within one business day to confirm details and make sure care is the right fit.
We Support You Over Time
Regular follow-ups let us track progress, adjust the plan, and keep your care aligned with how your needs change.
We Review Your Information
We review your intake so your first visit is focused on you, not paperwork.
You Meet Your Provider
You see a provider from our psychiatrist-led team, usually within one to three weeks.
INSURANCE AND COST
In-Network Care, With Clear Pricing
CIP Psychiatry is in network with seven insurance plans, so most patients pay only their standard copay or coinsurance.
Self-Pay Rates
Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation
50 minutes
Follow-up visit
25 minutes
$250
$200
No hidden fees. We verify your benefits before your first visit so there are no surprises. If we are out of network with your plan, we provide a superbill you can submit to your insurer for possible out-of-network reimbursement.
CONDITIONS WE TREAT
Medication Management by Condition
Dr. Majid treats the full range of adult psychiatric conditions. Each card links to a dedicated treatment page.
Depression
Depression can drain your energy, focus, and motivation. Our depression medication management starts with a careful look at what is driving your symptoms. A board-certified psychiatrist prescribes only when it helps, then adjusts as you respond. The goal is to help you feel like yourself again.
Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder brings intense shifts in mood and energy. Our bipolar medication management focuses on accurate diagnosis and steady mood stabilizer care. A psychiatrist monitors you over time to maintain balance, reduce episodes, and help you feel stable and in control between highs and lows.
Insomnia And Sleep Disorders
Poor sleep wears down your mood, focus, and health. Our insomnia medication management looks past a quick sleep aid to find the real cause. A board-certified psychiatrist treats the factors keeping you awake, so you can fall asleep, stay asleep, and wake up more restored.
Anxiety
Anxiety can fill your days with worry, tension, and racing thoughts. Our anxiety medication management calms the stress response while we treat the root cause, not just the symptoms. A psychiatrist tailors your plan and adjusts it over time, so you can find steady, lasting relief.
OCD
OCD can trap you in unwanted thoughts and repeated behaviors. Our OCD medication management is tailored to obsessive-compulsive disorder, not general anxiety. A board-certified psychiatrist prescribes carefully and coordinates referrals for ERP therapy when it helps, so you can loosen the grip of intrusive thinking.
Panic Disorder
Panic attacks can feel sudden and frightening. Our panic disorder medication management helps you understand what is happening in your body and calms the response. A psychiatrist builds a plan to reduce how often and how intensely attacks strike, helping you regain a sense of safety.
ADHD
ADHD affects focus, organization, and follow-through. Our ADHD medication management begins with a thorough evaluation, then careful prescribing matched to how you live and work. A board-certified psychiatrist monitors your response and fine-tunes the dose, helping you sharpen focus and get more done.
PTSD
PTSD can keep you on edge with flashbacks, nightmares, and a constant sense of threat. Our PTSD medication management helps calm the nervous system and ease the symptoms that disrupt daily life. A psychiatrist tailors your plan and coordinates referrals for trauma-focused therapy when it helps, so you can feel safer and more in control.
Adjustment Disorders and Life Stress
Big life changes like job loss or divorce can trigger real distress. Our medication management for adjustment disorders offers support when stress feels like too much. A psychiatrist provides short-term care and practical coping strategies, helping you steady yourself and move through the transition.
IN-PERSON AND TELEHEALTH
Medication Management In Person or Online in Texas
Our office is at 7616 Branford Place, Suite 220, in Sugar Land. Parking is free, and we are easy to reach from Highway 59. Prefer not to drive? Online care is a real option, not an afterthought. The same evaluation process, treatment protocols, and follow-up standards apply to both telehealth and in-person visits, from your first evaluation and diagnosis through ongoing medication management.
That puts psychiatric care within reach across Houston, Katy, Richmond, Missouri City, and the rest of Texas. Many of our patients choose telehealth as their preferred way to be seen.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common Questions About Medication Management
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Medication management is the ongoing care of prescribing and adjusting psychiatric medication. It treats conditions like depression, anxiety, and ADHD. At CIP Psychiatry, a board-certified psychiatrist evaluates you. We start medication only when it clearly helps, then fine-tune the plan at regular visits.
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Your care is led by our psychiatrist-led team. You may see Dr. Shehram Majid or a nurse practitioner working under his supervision. Dr. Majid holds regular supervision meetings with the team to keep treatment consistent, including for complex cases with several medications.
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CIP Psychiatry is in network with seven plans. These are Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare (Optum), Oscar Health, Medicare, and Ambetter. Most patients pay only their copay. We check your benefits before the first visit, so your costs are clear up front.
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Self-pay rates are simple. The 50-minute psychiatric evaluation is $250. The 25-minute follow-up visit is $200. There are no hidden fees. We confirm pricing with you before your appointment.
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Not always. We prescribe only when medication truly helps. We always look at your sleep, stress, and daily habits too. When medication helps, we explain the options and adjust together. For some patients we taper medication over time when it is appropriate, and for others, such as those with bipolar disorder, ongoing medication is the standard of care.
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Yes. Your 25-minute follow-up includes brief supportive therapy, woven into the visit. You get space to process challenges, find coping strategies, and build resilience. It is not a full-length therapy session on its own. When you need deeper therapy, we refer you to trusted therapists.
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Yes. CIP Psychiatry offers secure online care across Texas, including Houston, Katy, and Sugar Land. The same evaluation process, treatment protocols, and follow-up standards apply to telehealth and in-person visits. You get full psychiatric care from home. That ranges from evaluation and diagnosis to medication management and follow-up. You get full psychiatric care from home.