Listen
Understand the concerns, experiences, and goals.
Approach
Understand before treating.
Symptoms rarely exist in isolation. Thoughtful psychiatric care considers the whole person and the context in which concerns arise.
A broad view, an individualized plan.
Assessment may consider biological, psychological, developmental, family, social, school or work, and environmental factors. Recommendations are discussed collaboratively and may evolve as understanding deepens.
Biological
Psychological
Developmental
Family
Social
School & work
Environmental
Individual strengths
The process
Care with clarity at each step.
Understand
Consider symptoms within developmental, medical, psychological, and life context.
Plan
Discuss treatment options and develop an individualized plan together.
Follow
Monitor progress and adjust the plan thoughtfully when needed.
Treatment is monitored and adjusted thoughtfully when needed. No particular outcome can be promised.