Psychiatric Evaluations
Psychiatric evaluations occur at the start of mental health treatment and take place with the client and a physician or certified nurse practitioner. A client’s goal when undergoing a psychiatric evaluation is usually to get the medications needed for the treatment of their mental health issue.
The evaluation will take approximately 60-90 minutes, including the time the physician uses to research the case and follow up with other providers either before or after the one-to-one contact. A client history is taken verbally and via paperwork given before the face-to-face session for the client to fill out.
Psychological Evaluations
Psychological evaluations occur at the start of mental health treatment and take place with the client and a psychologist. A client’s goal when undergoing a psychological evaluation is usually to get a diagnosis and therapy for treatment of their mental health issue.
The evaluation will take approximately 45-60 minutes, including the time the psychologist uses to research the case and follow up with other providers either before or after the one-to-one contact. A client history is taken verbally and via paperwork given before the face-to-face session for the client to fill out.
Clinical Assessments
A clinical assessment occurs at the start of mental health treatment and takes place with the client and a masters level prepared therapist such as an LMFT (licensed Marriage and Family Therapist), LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) , or LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). A client’s goal when undergoing a psychological evaluation is usually to get a diagnosis and therapy for treatment of their mental health issue.
The evaluation will take approximately 45-60 minutes, including the time the therapist uses to research the case and follow up with other providers either before or after the one-to-one contact. A client history is taken verbally and via paperwork given before the face-to-face session for the client to fill out.