Psychiatric Evaluation
In Chandler, AZ
True Self Mental Wellness provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluations in Chandler, AZ, designed to help you understand what you’re experiencing and why. In a safe, judgment-free environment, we take the time to truly listen — so your treatment plan reflects who you are, not just a list of symptoms.
What Is a Psychiatric Evaluation?
A psychiatric evaluation is an in-depth clinical assessment that serves as the foundation of effective mental health care. During this appointment, your provider conducts a thorough review of your mental health history, current symptoms, medical background, lifestyle, and personal goals. The purpose is to arrive at an accurate understanding of what you’re experiencing whether that involves anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, mood disturbances, or other concerns.
What to Expect During Your Visit
Before Your Appointment
Once you schedule your evaluation, you’ll complete digital intake paperwork from the convenience of your home. This includes questionnaires about your symptoms, medical history, and what you’re hoping to achieve through treatment. Completing these forms ahead of time means more of your appointment is spent in meaningful conversation — not filling out clipboards in a waiting room.
During Your Evaluation
Your appointment is a one-on-one session with Thomas Martin, PA, in a private, welcoming clinical setting. Expect a thorough yet unhurried discussion. You’ll be asked open-ended questions about your symptoms, daily functioning, relationships, sleep, appetite, and emotional well-being. You’re encouraged to share as much as you’re comfortable with there’s no judgment here.
The evaluation typically lasts longer than a standard follow-up visit, allowing adequate time for a complete assessment. If applicable, Thomas may discuss options such as medication, additional testing (including genetic testing), or referrals for complementary services.
After Your Evaluation
You’ll leave with a clear understanding of your diagnosis and a recommended treatment plan. For many patients, this includes starting or adjusting medication, with follow-up appointments scheduled to monitor progress and make refinements. Because True Self Mental Wellness is a small, owner-operated practice, you’ll continue seeing the same provider building the kind of continuity that leads to better outcomes over time.
Personalized Treatment Planning
Following the evaluation, we collaborate with you to develop a personalized treatment strategy. This plan may include medication management, therapy recommendations, or lifestyle adjustments tailored specifically to your needs.
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Who Should Get a Psychiatric Evaluation?
- Feel persistently anxious, sad, overwhelmed, or emotionally numb
- Struggle with focus, motivation, or completing daily tasks
- Have experienced trauma and notice it affecting your relationships, sleep, or sense of safety
- Suspect you may have ADHD, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, or another condition but have never been formally evaluated
- Are currently on medication that doesn't seem to be working — or causes side effects you can't tolerate
- Have been treated at a larger practice or system and felt rushed, unheard, or like "just a number"
- Have previously received a diagnosis or treatment elsewhere but feel your needs aren't fully met and want a second opinion with fresh insights
- Are a working professional, parent, college student, first responder, or healthcare worker dealing with mounting mental health challenges
- Are a teen (or the parent of a teen) navigating emotional or behavioral difficulties
Benefits of a Psychiatric Evaluation
Understanding what you’re going through is the most powerful step you can take toward feeling better. A comprehensive psychiatric evaluation provides clarity and direction — replacing confusion and frustration with a clear path forward.
Accurate diagnosis — Many mental health conditions share overlapping symptoms. A thorough evaluation distinguishes between conditions like ADHD and anxiety, or bipolar disorder and depression, so treatment targets the right issue.
Individualized treatment plan — Your evaluation results inform a care plan built around your unique biology, history, and goals — not a generic protocol.
Reduced trial and error — Starting with a complete clinical picture means fewer wasted months on treatments that don’t fit. When appropriate, genetic testing can further refine medication selection.
Early intervention — Identifying conditions before they escalate can prevent worsening symptoms, relationship strain, and declining work or school performance.
Improved mental well-being — With a clear understanding and a tailored plan, you can experience significant improvements in symptoms, emotional regulation, and overall mental health — leading to a more fulfilling and confident life.
Peace of mind — For many patients, simply having a name for what they’ve been experiencing — and knowing there are evidence-based solutions — brings significant relief.
A trusted partnership — Your evaluation appointment is also the beginning of an ongoing provider relationship, giving you a consistent point of care rather than seeing a different clinician each visit.
Related Services
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Medication Management
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Ketamine Therapy
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Genetic Testing Consultation
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Therapy Referrals
Cost of Psychiatric Evaluation
In Chandler, AZ
The cost of a psychiatric evaluation at True Self Mental Wellness typically ranges from $125–$350, depending on insurance coverage and the complexity of the visit. For patients without insurance or who prefer to self-pay, the consultation fee is $125.
True Self Mental Wellness accepts most major insurance plans, including:
Aetna
BCBS
UHC
Cigna
Humana
Medicare
Banner
Oscar
Tricare
Imperial
Multiplan
Pricing may vary based on individual insurance benefits and visit complexity. We recommend contacting our office to verify your coverage and get a personalized cost estimate before your appointment. Call (480) 331-9140 or reach out to us at info@trueselfmentalwellness.com to learn more about your options.
Sarah Martin
Why Choose True Self Mental Wellness For Psychiatric Evaluation?
True Self Mental Wellness is owned and operated by Thomas Martin and Sarah Martin — a husband-and-wife team who built this practice on the belief that psychiatric care should be personal, accessible, and genuinely compassionate. This isn’t a revolving door of providers. When you become a patient here, you’re known by name, and your care is guided by someone who understands your full story.
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Testimonials
“Tom is an amazing provider. He is very thorough and takes his time to listen to your concerns. He is very knowledgeable and you can tell he truly cares about his patients. I highly recommend him.”
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Your Path Forward Starts Here
You don’t have to keep searching for the right fit. At True Self Mental Wellness, you’ll find a provider who listens, a plan built for you, and a practice that feels like it was made for exactly this moment.