
A Comprehensive Initial Evaluation
When clinically indicated, your clinician may:
Review or order laboratory tests (for example, thyroid, vitamin levels, or medication monitoring)
Consider EKGs or other medical evaluations if needed for certain medications
Check vitals such as blood pressure, heart rate, and weight
The goal is to ensure that any psychiatric treatment is aligned with your overall physical health.
Most initial evaluations last longer than a typical follow-up visit so that we do not rush your story. Time may vary depending on clinical complexity, prior history, and your comfort level in sharing information.
It is common to feel anxious about a first visit. Your clinician will:
Explain the purpose of questions before asking sensitive topics
Clarify anything that feels confusing or uncomfortable
Encourage you to ask questions at any point
Review how your information is kept private and protected
You are welcome to bring written notes, a list of medications, prior records, or a trusted support person if that helps you feel more at ease.
By the end of the visit, your clinician will summarize:
The working diagnosis or areas of concern
Factors that may be driving or worsening symptoms
Recommended next steps in treatment
This leads directly into the Personalized Treatment Planning phase, where you and your clinician decide together on medication options, therapy referrals, and follow-up frequency.
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