The Right Tack

The Role of Medication in Mental Health Management — with Dr. Talha Baloch

Paul Jonas of BreezyBilling Season 1 Episode 13

In this episode of The Right Tack, Paul and Jim Jonas are joined by returning guest Dr. Talha Baloch, a triple board–certified psychiatrist in general psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, and addiction medicine.

The conversation focuses on the role medication plays in mental health management, including when it may be helpful, when it may not be necessary, and how thoughtful evaluation and diagnostic clarity guide treatment decisions. Dr. Baloch also discusses common concerns about psychiatric medication, the importance of collaboration between therapists and prescribers, and how medication optimization and consolidation can improve safety and outcomes.

This episode offers a balanced, informative look at how medication fits into modern behavioral health care for therapists, practice owners, and clinicians alike.