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Your First Psych Evaluation: What to Expect

Don't fear the unknown. See exactly how a modern psych eval works.

From intake to labs, get clarity before your visit.

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Your First Psych Evaluation: What to Expect

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Prepare for your eval!

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Why this guide matters

Don't fear the unknown. See exactly how a modern psych eval works.

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From intake to labs, get clarity before your visit.

step-by-step guide

what to expect

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reduced anxiety

informed start

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Specific health focus

360° Psychiatric Intake Blueprint

A thorough evaluation reviews mental health history, physical drivers, lifestyle, and labs so medication or therapy choices match your biology.

History Timeline

Symptom onset, triggers, family mental health, and trauma screening shape differential diagnoses.

Cognitive & Mood Scales

Validated tools (PHQ-9, GAD-7, ASRS, MDQ) reveal severity plus patterns missed in short visits.

Functional Testing

Thyroid panels, iron studies, vitamin D, and hormone labs catch metabolic or endocrine roots.

Key Labs & Metrics

Ranges

TSH + Free T3/T4

TSH 0.5-2.5 µIU/mL

Subclinical hypothyroid states can drive low mood.

Ferritin

50-90 ng/mL

Iron storage below 40 often maps to fatigue and focus issues.

Vitamin D

50-80 ng/mL

Adequate levels support serotonin production and immunity.

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