Psychiatric Evaluation

Why are psychiatric evaluations so vital?

Psychiatric evaluations play a key role in understanding your mental health. At EL Elyon Medpsych Services, these evaluations are all about getting a clear picture of what you’re going through emotionally, mentally, and behaviorally.

They help determine if you’re dealing with a mental health condition and, just as importantly, how best to treat it.

Which conditions can a psychiatric evaluation help identify?

Acelise is trained in recognizing and treating many mental health conditions, including:

• Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• Bipolar disorder
• Depression
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
• Mood disorders
• Anxiety
• Schizophrenia
• Sleep disorders
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Eating disorders
• Substance misuse disorder
• Phobias

To create an effective treatment plan, she starts with an accurate diagnosis. From there, you can both focus on what will work best for your unique needs.

Am I a candidate for a psychiatric evaluation?

Call EL Elyon Medpsych Services if you're combating:

• Long periods of sadness or hopelessness
• Poor sleep
• Feeling worthless or emotionally numb
• Worry
• Loss of interest in things you usually enjoy
• Dramatic mood swings
• Trouble focusing or following through with tasks
• Substance misuse
• Appetite changes

Don’t hesitate to reach out for help when something doesn’t feel right.

What should I expect during a psychiatric evaluation?

EL Elyon Medpsych Services performs virtual psychiatric evaluations, so you can speak with a licensed mental health provider from your home or whatever space you feel safe in.

During your session, Acelise will ask about your thoughts, feelings, behaviors, daily habits, and personal history. She’ll also talk through any medical conditions, medications, and what you hope to achieve with treatment. Most importantly, she’ll listen with care and treat you as a whole person, not just a list of symptoms.

What happens after psychiatric evaluations?

Once Acelise has enough information, she’ll review the results with you and explain any diagnosis. Then, she’ll build a personalized treatment plan, which may include a combination of medication management and psychotherapy. 

You play your part, too. You can complement your care plan with healthy lifestyle choices, such as:

• Maintaining a strong social support network
• Exercising regularly
• Eating nutritious foods
• Getting plenty of sleep
• Minimizing stress

Call the office or use the online booking feature to schedule a psychiatric evaluation at EL Elyon Medpsych Services today.