Psychiatric Evaluations

Psychiatric Evaluation services offered in Brooklyn, NY

Mental health conditions are common, affecting more than one-fourth of adults in the United States. In Brooklyn, New York, dual board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner Mary Cahill, PMHNP, offers comprehensive psychiatric evaluations to screen for or help you better manage a mental health concern. To schedule a psychiatric evaluation with Mary Cahill, PMHNP, contact our office today.

Psychiatric Evaluations Q&A

What are psychiatric evaluations?

Psychiatric evaluations with Mary are visits where she takes a thorough and comprehensive psychiatric, medical and psychosocial history. She uses the evaluation to establish a diagnosis using her clinical acumen and DSM-5-TR criteria, and determines whether medication and/or other treatment modalities are appropriate to ease unpleasant symptoms and restore your mental well-being. 

Visit with Mary if you suspect you have a mental health disorder or have previously been diagnosed with one and need help managing it. 

What are the conditions that psychiatric evaluations can address?

Psychiatric evaluations with Mary can screen for and/or help treat the following conditions and more:

  • Depression 
  • Anxiety 
  • Bipolar Disorders
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Schizophrenia and
  • Psychotic Disorders
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

Mary can also help you manage a dual diagnosis (more than one mental health disorder at the same time), which might include depression and anxiety, PTSD with depression, or other combinations of disorders.

Which symptoms may indicate a need for psychiatric evaluations?

The following symptoms could indicate a mental health condition that may benefit from medication management, lifestyle changes, or counseling:

  • Ongoing or severe sadness, fear, anxiety, or worry
  • Extreme mood swings
  • Fatigue
  • Physical aches or pains
  • Obsessive or compulsive behaviors
  • Changes in sleeping patterns
  • Problems concentrating and/or sitting still
  • Flashbacks
  • Nightmares
  • Avoiding things that trigger symptoms
  • Loss of interest in favorite activities
  • Weight changes
  • Hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that aren’t there)
  • Delusions (irrational thoughts)
  • Thoughts about death or suicide

Mental health conditions can affect performance at work, school, interpersonal relationships, and in some cases your physical health.

What can I expect during psychiatric evaluations?

Your psychiatric evaluation with Mary will include a thorough and comprehensive psychiatric, medical and psychosocial history. She will also inquire about current lifestyle habits such as sleep, diet, and exercise. Mary determines if you’re a candidate for treatment and tailors a plan that’s best suited for you. 

To schedule a psychiatric evaluation with Mary Cahill, PMHNP, contact our office today.