Initial Evaluation

Our Initial Evaluation is a 60‑minute, comprehensive psychiatric visit designed to understand you as a whole person - not just a checklist of symptoms. We take our time so you do not feel rushed or reduced to a diagnosis.

During this appointment, we explore your current concerns, past mental health history, medical conditions, medications and supplements, family history, and any previous treatment experiences that shaped how you feel about care now. We also look closely at lifestyle factors that strongly influence mood and focus, such as sleep patterns, nutrition, movement, substance use, work stress, and relationship dynamics.

You can expect a thoughtful, conversational pace. We pause to explain what we are considering clinically, answer questions in plain language, and invite you to share your preferences and values around medication, therapy, and integrative options. If relevant, we may gently screen for trauma, burnout, or ADHD, always with respect for your comfort and boundaries.

By the end of the visit, we will outline an initial, personalized plan together. This may include therapy, stress and lifestyle strategies, further assessment, lab or functional testing, supplements, and/or medication recommendations when appropriate. Medication is never guaranteed and is only considered after we have a clear understanding of your story.

The goal of this first session is clarity: a grounded understanding of what is going on, why it might be happening, and what realistic next steps can help you move toward steadier mood, clearer thinking, and more ease in daily life. For adults seeking a longer, more collaborative intake experience in or around Oregon and Washington, this evaluation serves as the starting point for ongoing care with us.