Psychiatric Evaluations

More than 26% of adults have mental health disorders in the United States. At HC Mental Health & Wellness in Florida, and DC, board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner Hawley Campbell, APRN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, uses psychiatric evaluations to determine if you have a mental health concern and how to best treat your condition. Schedule a telehealth evaluation with Hawley by calling the office or using the online booking feature today. 

What are psychiatric evaluations?

Psychiatric evaluations at HC Mental Health & Wellness are comprehensive mental health assessments that screen for depression, anxiety, and other common concerns affecting mental well-being. Hawley uses innovative techniques to pinpoint the type and severity of your mental health disorder.

Which conditions can psychiatric evaluations screen for?

At HC Mental Health & Wellness, Hawley can screen for the following mental health conditions and more during a psychiatric evaluation:

• Insomnia
• Stress
• Eating disorders
• Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
• Peer relationship challenges
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Personality disorders
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
• Substance use disorder
• Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• Anxiety
• Trauma
• Grief
• Bipolar disorder
• Depression
• Mood disorders

She can also determine if you have a dual diagnosis, which describes having more than one mental health condition at the same time.

Am I a candidate for a psychiatric evaluation?

The following symptoms might mean you would benefit from a psychiatric evaluation:

• Obsessions and/or compulsions
• Substance misuse
• Difficulty concentrating
• Trouble sleeping
• Constant worry, fear, or anxiousness
• Ongoing or extreme sadness
• Flashbacks or nightmares
• Irritability
• Thoughts of suicide
• Loss of interest in favorite things
• Fatigue
• Mood swings
• Peer relationship challenges

If you have cause for concern, the friendly specialists at HC Mental Health & Wellness can help.

What happens during a psychiatric evaluation?

A psychiatric evaluation at HC Mental Health & Wellness may consist of one or more of the following:

DSM-5 evaluation

Hawley uses DSM-5 criteria to ask questions about your moods, thoughts, behaviors, and emotions to identify any mental health conditions you may have and determine the severity.

Qbtech ADHD testing

Qbtech ADHD testing helps Hawley objectively measure core ADHD symptoms. You can take the test at the HC Mental Health & Wellness clinic or from the comfort of your home.

GeneSight® test

GeneSight testing evaluates how your genetics will likely affect the effectiveness of certain medications, allowing Hawley to tailor a medication management treatment plan that’s most appropriate. 

What can I expect after a psychiatric evaluation?

After Hawley determines your diagnosis, she offers treatment recommendations. Your customized plan may include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), other forms of therapy, medication management, and/or lifestyle changes.

It’s also helpful to eat nutritious foods, stay active, get enough sleep, and minimize stress. Avoid drugs and alcohol and maintain a strong social support network of family and friends.

Schedule a virtual psychiatric evaluation at HC Mental Health & Wellness by phone or online today.