Diagnostic Assessment

Diagnostic assessments are the initial step in the overarching treatment process. Psychiatric evaluations are diagnostic tools psychiatrists use to diagnose mental problems ranging from issues with memory to thoughts and behaviors. A diagnostic assessment has the potential to lead to a diagnosis of bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, addiction, schizophrenia, etc. This assessment is a process in which information is gathered to assess a patient’s individual needs. The ensuing analysis empowers clinicians to determine the optimal mix of services for a timely and complete recovery. Such services include addiction treatment, mental health counseling, vocational rehab, employment rehab and more.

Diagnostic assessments ultimately serve as highly insightful clinical evaluations that set the stage for patient recovery. Only licensed professionals are permitted to perform diagnostic assessments. The patient’s mental status, underlying causes of the condition and the diagnostic impression are analyzed for the purpose of commencing treatment planning. This assessment also helps identify long-term issues that have the potential to worsen or emerge as major problems down the line. Dial (914) 244-7208 to schedule your diagnostic assessment with New York Metropolitan Psychiatry.