Follow-up appointments with Dr. Moreland typically last 30 to 60 minutes — giving plenty of time to talk about how you or your child are doing, what’s working well, and where additional support might be needed. Dr. Moreland does not believe in rushed, “15-minute med checks.” Instead, he takes a thoughtful, collaborative approach that allows for meaningful conversation and careful adjustment of treatment plans when needed.

During these visits, you’ll review progress, discuss any changes in symptoms, stressors, or side effects, and explore strategies for continued growth and stability. For children and teens, this may also include checking in with parents, teachers, or therapists to ensure everyone is working together toward the same goals.

Dr. Moreland’s goal is for every patient to feel heard, supported, and confident in their care — with enough time and attention devoted to truly make a difference.

He regularly collaborates with the psychologists and neuropsychologist at Sugar Bend Center, as well as with schools and other healthcare providers, to ensure a coordinated and comprehensive treatment plan. Dr. Moreland is also responsive to medication refill requests and has dedicated staff who help patients navigate the sometimes-challenging process of medication management and insurance approvals.

It’s completely normal to wonder whether medication might help — whether you’re seeking support for yourself, your teen, or your child. There’s no one-size-fits-all answer, which is why Dr. Moreland takes time to truly get to know each patient and family, understand what’s going on, and explore all options together before making any decisions.

Medication may be helpful when emotional, behavioral, or physical symptoms begin to interfere with daily life — for example, when a child is struggling to focus in school, a teen is feeling persistently anxious or down, or an adult finds it hard to manage stress, sleep, or motivation. Sometimes therapy alone is enough; other times, the right medication can make a meaningful difference, helping to restore balance and make therapy more effective.

During the initial appointment, Dr. Moreland carefully reviews history, symptoms, and goals, explains treatment options, and discusses the potential benefits and side effects of medication. You’ll have plenty of time to ask questions, and together you’ll decide what approach — medication, therapy, or both — feels right for you or your child.

That's a good question.  It's natural to wonder how to talk to your child about seeing a psychiatrist or starting medication. The good news is that there’s no perfect script — just honesty, reassurance, and simplicity. For younger children, you might say something like, “We’re going to meet with a doctor who helps kids with feelings and focus. Dr. Moreland will talk with us and see how to help you feel your best.” For teens, it can help to emphasize collaboration and respect for their input: “This is a doctor who understands what you’re going through and will work with us to figure out what might help.”

If medication becomes part of treatment, it’s often best to frame it in practical, supportive terms — like how medicine helps the body heal when it’s sick. You can explain that some medicines can help the brain work more smoothly, so it’s easier to concentrate, feel calm, or have more energy. Dr. Moreland takes time to explain things in age-appropriate ways during the visit, answers any questions your child or teen may have, and makes sure everyone feels comfortable and informed.

The goal is always to help your child feel safe, understood, and part of the process, not like something is “wrong.” Together, you, your child, and Dr. Moreland can decide what approach feels best for your family.

That’s one of the most common — and understandable — questions patients and parents ask. The truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. The length of time someone takes medication depends on the individual, their diagnosis, how they respond to treatment, and what’s happening in their life at the time.

For some people, medication is a short-term tool that helps them get through a difficult period or get symptoms under control while working on coping skills in therapy. For others, it may be a longer-term part of maintaining emotional and behavioral balance, much like managing other medical conditions that benefit from ongoing support.

During follow-up visits, Dr. Moreland carefully monitors progress and side effects, discusses any concerns, and adjusts treatment as needed. When the time feels right, he works closely with patients and families to reassess the need for medication and, if appropriate, to slowly and safely reduce or discontinue it.

The goal is always the same — to find the right balance that helps you or your child feel well, function better, and thrive, with the least amount of medication necessary to maintain those gains.