A proper evaluation, assessment, and diagnosis is essential and is the first step towards being able to properly treat mental health conditions. There are some cases where the problem may be linked to organic causes vs. a mental illness. Organic causes simply means a medical problem such as: thyroid disorders, neurological impairments, chemical or hormonal abnormalities, vitamin deficiencies, liver or kidney problems, to name a few. 

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     New clients are encouraged to complete an intake form/questionnaire, and possibly an assessment tool which will ask questions regarding your experiences, symptoms, life conditions, and more. Depending on your presentation or problem, specific assessment tools may be used to gather pertinent information which are more specific and will target areas which may require more focus than others. Additionally, obtaining laboratory tests and collaborating with your primary care practitioner or doctor may also be beneficial. 

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     My intial assessment will more than likely be between 1-2 hours, as I strongly believe that a comprehensive assessment requires more time. Starting with a good foundation and obtaining the right information will ensure that we are both on the same page, while understanding expectations. Once your intial assessment is complete, we will then discuss your treatment goals and plan your pathway - which may change throughout your treatment - which is perfectly okay. Welcome to your journey! You got this! 

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