Medication Management with a Psychopharmacologist in Wellesley, MA
The right medication, at the right dose, reviewed often enough to keep working. Dr. Amit Chopra, MD, is a board-certified psychiatrist at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School who specializes in psychopharmacology, including for depression and bipolar disorder that haven’t responded to earlier treatment.
Now accepting new patients · In person in Wellesley Hills or by telehealth · In-network with 10+ insurance plans · We reply within 24 hours
Psychopharmacology focus — MGH psychiatrist, Harvard Medical School faculty
You see Dr. Chopra — at every visit, in person or by video
Call (626) 594-6042 — free phone consultation, reply within 24 hours
What is psychiatric medication management?
Medication management is ongoing care with a psychiatrist who prescribes, monitors and adjusts the medicines you take for your mental health. It starts with a full evaluation and continues with regular, shorter visits to check how well a medicine is working, manage side effects and change course when needed.
It is different from simply getting a prescription. A good medication plan considers your diagnosis, your other medical conditions and medicines, your sleep, and what you want your life to look like, then changes as you do.
Why see a psychopharmacologist?
Board-certified twice
Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, in Adult Psychiatry and in Sleep Medicine. A psychopharmacologist is a psychiatrist with deep expertise in how psychiatric medicines work, interact and can be combined.
Massachusetts General Hospital
Psychiatrist and sleep specialist at MGH, and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. At Zen Minds, you see Dr. Chopra himself at every visit.
A teacher of other doctors
Dr. Chopra has lectured at the MGH Psychopharmacology courses and for the Psychopharmacology Institute. He speaks English, Hindi and Punjabi.
Treatment-resistant depression
He leads the Treatment-Resistant Depression Initiative at MGH, and previously served as Medical Director of a Center for Treatment-Resistant Depression.
CONDITIONS WE MANAGE
Conditions we treat with medication management
- Depression, including treatment-resistant depression
- Bipolar disorder
- Anxiety disorders
- Medication second opinions for complex cases
Dr. Chopra sees adults aged 18 to 65 who live in Massachusetts. Not sure whether medication is right for you? The free phone consultation is a good place to start.
WHEN MEDICATIONS HAVEN’T WORKED
When medications haven’t worked
Many people arrive having tried two or three medicines without enough relief. That is common, and it is not the end of the road. A careful review often finds a better path:
- A dose that was never fully tried
- An interaction between medicines
- An untreated sleep problem
- A diagnosis that needs another look
- One-time second-opinion consultations
- Book yourself, or ask your doctor to refer you
- TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation)
- Esketamine (Spravato)
Dr. Chopra’s work focuses on exactly these cases. He reviews your full treatment history, explains the options in plain language and builds a step-by-step plan with you. You can book a one-time second-opinion consultation yourself, or your psychiatrist or primary care provider can request one for you. When medication alone isn’t enough, Zen Minds also offers advanced options, including TMS and esketamine (Spravato), so you don’t need to start over somewhere new.
HOW IT WORKS
What to expect, from first call to follow-up
Clear steps, real appointment lengths and a named doctor, so you know exactly what you are signing up for.
1. Free phone consultation
Tell us what’s going on; we’ll confirm Dr. Chopra is the right fit and check your insurance. We reply within 24 hours.
2. New patient evaluation, 60 minutes
A full review of your symptoms, history, past medications, medical conditions, sleep and goals. You leave with a clear plan. Your first evaluation can be in person or by video.
3. Follow-up visits, 30 minutes
Regular check-ins to see what’s working, adjust doses, manage side effects and keep your plan on track. Most patients are seen every 4–6 weeks; visits may be spaced further apart when a medicine needs more time to take effect.
4. Coordinated care
With your permission, our team coordinates with your therapist and primary care doctor, and Dr. Chopra speaks with your doctor directly when needed.
Already seeing a therapist?
Many patients see Dr. Chopra for medication management while continuing therapy with their own therapist. You keep your therapist; we look after the medication.
Ready to start? Request an appointment or call (626) 594-6042.
SLEEP AND MOOD
Sleep and mood, treated together
Poor sleep makes depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder harder to treat, and some psychiatric medicines affect sleep. As a board-certified sleep specialist, Dr. Chopra looks at both together. Sleep services →
Medicines that protect sleep
Choosing medicines and timing that help rather than disrupt your sleep.
Spotting sleep apnea
Untreated sleep apnea can keep fatigue and low mood going. We screen for it when symptoms suggest it.
Insomnia care
CBT for insomnia (CBT-I) and careful medication review for long-standing sleep problems.
Home sleep testing
At-home sleep apnea testing with no referral needed, when a sleep study makes sense.
IN PERSON OR BY TELEHEALTH
In person in Wellesley Hills, or by telehealth
Our office is at 6 Abbott Rd, Wellesley Hills, MA 02481. It’s an easy drive from Needham, Newton, Natick, Framingham, Weston, Dover, Westwood, Dedham and Waltham, and from Boston and across MetroWest. Can’t make it in? Telehealth visits are available for adults anywhere in Massachusetts, with the same care and the same doctor.
In person
Monday–Thursday, 9 am–5 pm, at our Wellesley Hills office.
Telehealth
Monday 9 am–8 pm; Tuesday–Thursday 9 am–5 pm, by secure video.
Anywhere in Massachusetts
Adults aged 18 to 65 who live in Massachusetts can be seen by video, including for the first evaluation.
Fast first reply
Send a request or call (626) 594-6042. We reply within 24 hours to arrange a free phone consultation or your first visit.
Insurance and cost
Zen Minds is in-network with 10+ insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Harvard Pilgrim, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Optum, Humana and Mass General Brigham Health Plan.
Paying yourself or out of network? The self-pay fees are:
| Visit | Length | Self-pay |
|---|---|---|
| New patient evaluation | 60 minutes | $500 |
| Medication management follow-up | 30 minutes | $300 |
We can provide a superbill so you can claim out-of-network reimbursement.
Dr. Amit Chopra, MD
Dr. Amit Chopra specializes in getting medication right. A dual board-certified psychiatrist and sleep medicine specialist, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and practicing psychiatrist at Massachusetts General Hospital, Dr. Chopra trained at the Mayo Clinic, leads the Treatment-Resistant Depression Initiative at MGH and teaches psychopharmacology to other doctors.
He founded Zen Minds Psychiatry so patients in Wellesley and across Massachusetts can get that level of expertise without a long wait, from the same doctor at every visit.
Hear From Our Clients
What patients say about Dr. Chopra
“I’ve been seeing Dr. Chopra for 3 years now, and he has been really helpful. He is kind, listens, is thoughtful, and always responds quickly to my messages. Being a sleep specialist has been really beneficial in helping me treat my sleep disorders.”
— LT, patient for three years
After a 2024 sleep study, Dr. Chopra diagnosed and treated a sleep disorder I’d struggled with since childhood. He thoughtfully adjusted my treatments to improve my daytime cognition while considering my other health conditions.
— JH, patient for two years
Medication Management FAQs
What is medication management in psychiatry?
Medication management is ongoing care with a psychiatrist who prescribes, monitors and adjusts your mental health medicines. After a full evaluation, you have shorter follow-up visits to check how a medicine is working, manage side effects and change the plan when needed.
What does a psychopharmacologist do?
A psychopharmacologist is a psychiatrist with specialized expertise in psychiatric medicines: how they work, how they interact and how to combine them safely. Patients often see one when standard treatments haven’t helped or when several conditions need treating at once.
Do you see patients for medication management only?
Yes. Many patients see Dr. Chopra for medication management while continuing therapy with their own therapist. With your permission, our team coordinates with your therapist and primary care doctor, and Dr. Chopra speaks with your doctor directly when needed.
How long are appointments?
The first visit is a 60-minute evaluation. Follow-up medication management visits are 30 minutes, usually every 4–6 weeks.
Can I get a second opinion on my medications?
Yes. Dr. Chopra leads the Treatment-Resistant Depression Initiative at Massachusetts General Hospital and regularly reviews complex cases. You can book a one-time second-opinion consultation yourself, or your psychiatrist or primary care provider can request one for you.
Is medication management available by telehealth in Massachusetts?
Yes. Dr. Chopra sees adults aged 18 to 65 who live anywhere in Massachusetts by secure video, and in person at 6 Abbott Rd, Wellesley Hills. Your first evaluation can be by video too.
Does insurance cover psychiatric medication management?
Zen Minds is in-network with 10+ plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Harvard Pilgrim, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Optum, Humana and Mass General Brigham Health Plan. Self-pay fees are $500 for the 60-minute evaluation and $300 for a 30-minute follow-up; we can provide a superbill for out-of-network reimbursement.