Diagnostic Evaluation
This comprehensive assessment is the first step for all new patients. It helps identify psychiatric and mental health concerns and involves discussing your symptoms, medications, and personal history to gain a thorough understanding of your needs. The goal is to provide an accurate diagnosis and make recommendations for a personalized treatment plan.
This evaluation can be done as a stand-alone service to obtain clarity about your mental health or as part of the intake process to become an ongoing patient.
Medication Management
Medication management is a personalized service where your provider monitors and adjusts medications to optimize their effectiveness in treating your mental health conditions. Regular follow-up appointments are necessary to assess progress, manage side effects, and ensure that treatment helps you meet your goals. Patients with untreated, newly diagnosed conditions or those who are starting new medication will initially see the provider every 2-4 weeks, then less frequently as their condition improves.
Individual Psychotherapy
Individual psychotherapy is a one-on-one, collaborative process between a client and a licensed mental health professional. It provides a safe and confidential space to explore thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and life challenges. Through regular sessions, clients can gain insight, develop coping strategies, improve emotional regulation, and work toward personal goals and healing. The approach and techniques used are tailored to fit each person’s unique needs and experiences.
Integrative Psychotherapy
Integrative psychotherapy is something unique to Joyful Mind Psychiatry. It's an approach to outpatient psychiatric care where medication management and psychotherapy are blended and delivered by the same provider(s) on the same clinical team. While starting, changing, or maintaining psychiatric medication, therapy focuses on exploring thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, allowing patients to gain insight, develop coping skills, and work toward meaningful goals, while allowing the provider to detect and point out signs that the patient's condition is improving. Any medication concerns that arise during treatment can be quickly identified and addressed by the provider. Patients enjoy the benefits of fewer appointments and faster recovery than if they received services from two different providers at different locations.​
Autism & ADHD Assessment
Joyful Mind Psychiatry offers a thoughtful, compassionate approach to diagnosing and treating unique neurological profiles. Designed for individuals who may experience the world a bit differently, this assessment uncovers insights into areas such as ADHD, autism, sensory processing, and executive functioning. With a focus on strengths and preferences, we create a detailed understanding of self that empowers you to navigate life with greater confidence and clarity. Whether you’re seeking medication, academic or workplace accommodations, or just want to understand yourself more deeply, this neuro-affirming assessment is a step towards embracing and celebrating your unique mind.​​​
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Age Requirement
ADHD Assessment - Age 6 to Adult
Autism Assessment - Age 10 to Adult
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Our Autism and ADHD assessments are not appropriate for individuals with a suspected learning disability, non-verbal, or requiring significant support. This evaluation is best suited for individuals who:
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Want some clarity and direction about their symptoms and experiences.
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Are seeking possible medication management for their symptoms.
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Understand that a diagnosis of ADHD or Autism may not be the outcome of this assessment.
What to Expect​​
Confirming or ruling out Autism or ADHD can be a powerful step toward discovering new ways to navigate life. You will be assessed in a variety of ways, according to specific criteria from the Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5-TR and, if appropriate, a diagnosis will be made, with recommendations for ongoing treatment and support.
To arrive at an accurate diagnosis, 2-3 appointments are necessary in order to collect sufficient information for diagnosis.
Statement of Medical Necessity: Your insurance may not cover the evaluation or additional appointments if your symptoms are not causing significant dysfunction or distress and your ability to function on a daily basis. It is the patient's responsibility to check with their insurance carrier regarding coverage.
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