Psychiatric Evaluation: Laying the Foundation

A psychiatric evaluation is the first step in your care at Roots and Reverie. This comprehensive assessment typically lasts about 60 minutes and is designed to give us a full understanding of your mental health needs.

During the evaluation, we will:

  • Review your medical, psychiatric, and family history

  • Discuss your current symptoms, challenges, and goals

  • Explore your lifestyle factors such as sleep, stress, and daily functioning

  • Identify any previous treatments and how they worked for you

The goal of this session is not only to provide a diagnosis (if appropriate), but also to develop a personalized treatment plan. This may include medication management, referrals for therapy, lifestyle recommendations, or coordination with other healthcare providers.

Most importantly, the evaluation is a chance for you to share your story in a safe, supportive environment where you are heard and respected. By the end of the session, you will leave with a clearer understanding of your options and next steps for treatment.

Medication management is about finding the right treatment to help you feel your best. It starts with a conversation about your symptoms, health history, and goals. If medication may be helpful, we’ll talk through the options together so you can make an informed choice.

Follow-up visits are focused on checking how the medication is working for you, making adjustments if needed, and making sure you feel comfortable and supported along the way. The goal is to help improve your mood, focus, sleep, and daily life—not just to prescribe medicine, but to find what truly works for you.

Medication Management

Along with medication management, I also offer supportive therapy to walk alongside you through life’s ups and downs. Together, we’ll focus on building healthy coping skills, strengthening your confidence, and creating a stronger support system. This approach can make it easier to manage stress and anxiety while helping you feel more balanced and better equipped to handle everyday challenges.

Therapy

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