All families begin with a psychiatric evaluation. During this first visit, your provider will review medical and mental health history, current concerns, and treatment goals. A diagnosis is always provided at the initial appointment. Sometimes, this diagnosis is provisional until more information can be gathered through follow-up visits or collateral sources (such as schools or primary care providers). The treatment plan is then developed from this diagnostic understanding and may include therapy, medication, or both. Medication is never required—and in some cases, it may not be recommended at all.

Please note that our psychiatric providers do not perform learning disability assessments, neurological or psychological testing (including psychosexual, forensic, or court-related evaluations), or brain mapping and genetic testing.