Guided by Compassion,
Grounded in Expertise
What We Do
Get to Know Us
Watch our introduction video to hear straight from Dr. Josef about why we opened TaperClinic and how we help patients in our practice.
Who WE Are
Leaders in Psychiatric Deprescribing
We’re a team of medical professionals with firsthand knowledge of psychiatric withdrawal—not just through training, but through lived experience. Many of us have tapered off these medications ourselves, and we’ve helped hundreds do the same. That’s what makes TaperClinic different: this is a practice built by those who’ve been through it, for those still going through it.
Our clinicians include psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, social workers, and former patients—all working together to provide focused, evidence-informed deprescribing support.
WHY WE'RE DIFFERENT
Advocates Now Fighting For You
TaperClinic staff are deeply rooted in the grassroots withdrawal community and committed to advocating for those harmed by psychiatric medications. Our team brings a level of clarity, empathy, and precision that can’t be taught in traditional training—and is often missing from standard care.
We’re not just here to supervise a taper. We’re here to stand with you, troubleshoot setbacks, and walk beside you until you’re ready to move forward. Our goal is to restore trust in the healing process and help you reclaim your life—on your terms.
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Our Goals
Your Success is our Mission
Real Results
No matter what challenges you face with your medications, we’ll leverage every resource to guide you toward the best possible outcome.
No Mistakes
We provide the peace of mind that only comes from working with specialists who truly get to know you, rather than relying on generalist doctors or impersonal online advice.
Patient Trust
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We’ve helped hundreds of patients suffering from prescription medications find lasting relief.
Our History
Everyone Deserves the Chance to Live Medication-Free
TaperClinic was built on a simple idea: people should have the right to live without psychiatric medication—if that’s what they want.
Too often, people are told they need to stay medicated for life, even when the drugs cause emotional numbness, side effects, or a loss of who they are. The system doesn’t offer a real way out. Instead, many feel stuck on meds they no longer need.
Psychiatry today focuses on managing symptoms, not healing. Meds are given quickly—often without looking at root causes. And when someone wants to stop, they’re told it’s dangerous, given poor advice, or sent to rehab programs that don’t fit. Some are told to “cut the dose in half every two weeks”—a method that can cause serious harm.
TaperClinic exists to change that.
We’re the only fully virtual outpatient clinic focused only on tapering psychiatric medications. We know that safe withdrawal takes time, a careful plan, and expert support—not rushed tapers or cookie-cutter rehab stays.
Many of us have lived through bad tapers ourselves. We know the damage it can cause. That’s why we built a different kind of clinic—one based on real experience, strong clinical skills, and respect for every person’s story.
At TaperClinic, we don’t just lower doses. We help people get to the root of their issues, rebuild their health, and reclaim their lives. Because everyone deserves more than symptom control. Everyone deserves the chance to heal.

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TaperClinic in the News

February 28, 2024
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Take control of your
tapering journey
Are ready for this commitment to a truly life-changing tapering journey? Watch our presentation to get started and learn more. From there you can book a call and figure out if you’re a good candidate for the program.