Psychiatric Evaluation
A comprehensive assessment to diagnose mental health symptoms and create a personalized treatment plan
Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluations in Flagstaff
A psychiatric evaluation gives Dr. Moore the information necessary to diagnose any behavioral, emotional, or developmental disorders. She will use the things she learns to form a treatment plan which may include psychiatry, medication management or TMS therapy.
During your initial evaluation, Dr. Moore will ask you about:
- Family history
- Feelings
- Emotions
- Moods
- Lifestyle
- Health
- Goals
Why Do I Need a Psychiatric Evaluation Appointment?
A psychiatric evaluation helps Dr. Moore form a diagnosis so she knows how to help you get the mental health treatment you need. It is normal to feel sad, stressed, or have a hard time coping. People often turn to mental health treatment when they have:
- Relationship problems
- Mood swings
- Eating disorders
- Difficulty with work or school
- Anxiety
- Feeling fearful often
- Compulsive behaviors
Assessments for Accommodations
When students need accommodations for standardized testing, they are usually asked to do a comprehensive psycho-educational evaluation. This evaluation includes interviews with the student, school records, and testing of current abilities. We can perform these evaluations for you and help you understand your results.
Questions People Ask
What happens at a psychiatric evaluation?
A full appointment going through your history, what you have tried, what happened when you tried it, and what you are hoping for. It is a conversation and an assessment, and no treatment is given on the day.
Do I need a diagnosis before I come?
No, the goal of an initial evaluation is to work with Dr. Moore to determine what factors are at play in your life.
Can this be done by video?
Yes. Telehealth is offered for patients in Arizona.
What does an evaluation cost?
See our rates here.