we are committed to providing
​accurate assessments
​and effective treatment plans

​​Mind and Body Psychiatric Assessments
​We are committed to providing state-of-the-art mental health assessments and treatment without a long wait. Timeliness and accuracy are important.  It has been estimated the average time from onset of the first psychiatric symptoms to correct mental illness diagnoses is approximately 10 years.  This unacceptable long and complex process of diagnosing mental health conditions is due to the wide range of presenting symptoms and ongoing medical problems can frequently complicate the process.  Mental health providers must assess an individual based on a wide range of data: 
  • Family history
  • Medical history
  • Lab tests
  • Observations about behavior and moods
  • Patterns in physical activity or sleep disturbances
  • Reactions to medications, and more 
Additionally, many mental health conditions have similar symptoms which can be hard to distinguish from another, meaning the evaluation process can take even longer sometimes.
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Making a Correct Diagnosis is an Important Step
​in Providing Effective Treatment for Mental Health Issues
​Treatment options vary based on the condition and its severity, so it's essential that the diagnosis is accurate.  Without an accurate diagnosis, it can be difficult to determine the most effective treatment plan.  The wrong diagnosis can also mean taking unnecessary medications or spending time and resources on treatment that don't address the underlying issue.  This can cause significant delays in finding the most appropriate treatment, which may have a detrimental effect on the individual's mental health.  ​​
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We Provide Integrated Mental Health Follow-Up Care
After a comprehensive assessment, we offer medication management, cognitive behavioral therapy, short-term psychotherapy and caregiver support for many conditions:
  • Affective Disorders (depression, seasonal affective disorder, cyclic mood disorders including bipolar)
  • Anxiety Disorders (pani, agoraphobia, social, mixed, general)
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD0
  • Substance Use Disorders
  • Eating Disorders (Binge eating)
  • Chronic Psychoses
  • Chronic Pain
  • Sleep Disorders including insominia
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