A psychiatrist can play a crucial role in helping you obtain disability leave from work, especially if mental health issues are significantly affecting your ability to perform daily tasks. Here’s how we can assist:

Diagnosis and Documentation: We can assess your condition and provide a formal diagnosis if you’re struggling with conditions like severe depression, anxiety, PTSD, or other mental health disorders. This diagnosis can be the foundation for applying for disability leave.
Treatment Recommendations: We can recommend specific treatments (medication, therapy, etc.) that may be necessary to address your condition. This shows your employer or insurance provider that you are actively seeking treatment and working toward recovery.
Medical Documentation for Leave: Psychiatrists can provide documentation that explains the severity of your condition and how it impacts your ability to work. This is often necessary for both short-term and long-term disability leave requests.
Workplace Adjustments: If full disability leave isn’t needed, we might recommend temporary accommodations, such as a reduced workload, flexible hours, or specific changes in work tasks, to help you continue working while managing your condition.
Ongoing Support: Regular check-ins with a us can provide continued documentation if the condition persists, helping you extend leave or adjust work accommodations as needed.

It’s important to have an open conversation with your psychiatrist about how your condition affects work and how they can best support you in the process.

Alexis Meshi, MD and Superior Psychiatric Services welcome you to start a discussion about your individual situation and how we might be able to help you if mental health issues are significantly affecting your ability to function at work.

Call: (949) 222-9922 or Email: Info@SuperiorPsychiatric.com

We are your Psychiatrist in Newport Beach, California