What To Expect . . .
What To Expect at First Visit with NP
The first visit with the psychiatric nurse practitioner will focus on your current mental health symptoms, past psychiatric history, review of medical history, review of family history, and formulation of a treatment plan. This visit will last approximately 30 minutes. Counseling will not be conducted by the nurse practitioner. If appropriate, you will be referred to a counselor, and the nurse practitioner will handle medication management.
What to Expect at First Visit with Counselor
The first session with a counselor is an opportunity to get to know one another. The counselor may ask what your therapy goals are and areas you need to work on. Together, you will set goals and discuss a treatment plan. This visit usually lasts 1 hour or longer.
What to Expect at Followup Sessions with NP
After your initial visit, the appointments will be focused on how you’re treatment plan is working for you. These visits will primarily focus on checking your progress and make adjustments as needed. These visits last 15-20 minutes. It is important to let provider know of any changes.
What To Expect at Followup Sessions with Counselor
Followup sessions may occur weekly, biweekly, monthly, or however often you and your counselor decide is appropriate. The focus will depend on the individual patient and the goals set by them. These visits are 45 minutes-1 hour.
Unexpected Occurrences
In psychiatry, emergencies may arise. We will do our best to prevent these from interfering with your appointment time but occasionally they will. Please be understanding. We do respect your time and appreciate your understanding in these situations. We will do our best to accommodate your need to reschedule if necessary.
No Show Policy
There are many people waiting for an appointment. We require a 24 hour advanced notice to cancel or reschedue an appointment. If you do not call 24 hours in advance, we will charge a no show fee of $25.