Thoughtful Care, Rooted in Understanding

Our approach to care

I believe good psychiatric care begins with taking the time to listen.

Every person has a story that extends beyond their symptoms or diagnosis. Our experiences, relationships, physical health, and the environments in which we live all influence our emotional well-being.

My approach is to understand how these pieces fit together, rather than focusing on symptoms in isolation.

As a physician double board-certified in Adult Psychiatry and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, I provide individualized, evidence-based psychiatric care that considers the whole person. Treatment may include medication, psychotherapy, lifestyle interventions, or a combination of approaches, depending on your needs and goals.

I believe patients and families deserve to feel heard, understand their treatment options, and have an active voice in decisions about their care.

Services at a Glance

Initial Psychiatric Evaluations

Adult Initial Psychiatric Evaluation

60 minutes | $375

Our first appointment is an opportunity for me to get to know you beyond a list of symptoms or diagnoses.

We'll talk about what brings you to treatment, what you've experienced, what has or hasn't helped in the past, and what you hope will be different moving forward.

I'll also explore relevant medical history, relationships, life circumstances, and other factors that may be affecting your mental health.

Together, we'll discuss my clinical impressions and develop a treatment plan that may include medication, psychotherapy, lifestyle interventions, or a combination of approaches.

Your evaluation includes:

• A comprehensive psychiatric and relevant medical history
• Review of previous diagnoses and treatment experiences
• Assessment of current symptoms and functioning
• Diagnostic impressions and individualized treatment recommendations
• Discussion of treatment options and next steps
• Routine clinical documentation and an after-visit treatment summary

Extensive outside record review, formal psychological testing, prolonged coordination with other professionals, and detailed third-party reports are not included in the standard evaluation fee.

Child & Adolescent Initial Psychiatric Evaluation

Two 50-minute appointments | $595

When working with children and adolescents, I believe it's especially important to take the time to understand not only what they're struggling with, but who they are as individuals.

Children don't exist in isolation. Their emotional well-being is shaped by their development, relationships, experiences, and the world around them. Understanding these pieces helps me develop a more complete picture of what may be happening and how best to help.

For this reason, initial evaluations are completed over two separate appointments, each approximately 50 minutes long.

First Appointment: Parent or Caregiver Consultation

Our first meeting is dedicated to parents or caregivers.

This gives us time to talk openly about your concerns, your child's developmental history, family experiences, school functioning, previous treatments, and anything else you feel is important for me to understand.

It also provides space to discuss sensitive concerns that may be difficult to explore with your child present.

Second Appointment: Getting to Know Your Child

The second appointment includes your child or adolescent and their parent or caregiver.

I'll spend time speaking with your child individually, when developmentally appropriate, to better understand their experiences, perspectives, strengths, and concerns.

We'll then come together to discuss my clinical impressions, treatment recommendations, and possible next steps.

I want both you and your child to feel comfortable asking questions, sharing concerns, and participating in decisions about care.

These two appointments give me the opportunity to hear different perspectives, understand your child in the context of their life, and develop a treatment plan that reflects their individual needs.

What's Included

The $595 evaluation fee includes:

• Two 50-minute clinical appointments
• Comprehensive developmental, psychiatric, medical, family, and educational history
• Developmentally appropriate psychiatric assessment
• Up to 30 minutes of review of relevant records submitted in advance
• Review of standardized rating scales when clinically indicated
• Up to 15 minutes of brief communication with teachers, therapists, pediatricians, or other professionals when clinically appropriate and authorized
• Diagnostic impressions and individualized treatment recommendations
• A written after-visit treatment summary

Services Outside the Evaluation

Additional appointments, extensive record review, prolonged communication with outside professionals, school or IEP meetings, formal diagnostic reports, and psychological or neuropsychological testing are not included.

If additional services would be helpful, we'll discuss them together before any additional fees are incurred.

Ongoing Psychiatric Care

Medication Management Follow-Up

25 minutes | $200

Medication can be an important part of psychiatric treatment, but prescribing is only one part of thoughtful care.

These appointments provide time to discuss how you're doing, evaluate whether medication is helping, review potential side effects, and make adjustments when appropriate.

We'll also consider relevant changes in your health, daily functioning, and life circumstances.

Included: Medication assessment, clinically indicated prescribing and adjustments, brief psychoeducation, treatment planning, and routine clinical documentation.

Not included: Dedicated psychotherapy, extensive diagnostic reassessment, prolonged outside coordination, and formal reports.

Extended Psychiatric Follow-Up

45 minutes | $250

Some situations deserve more time.

Extended appointments are available when treatment involves more complex medication decisions, diagnostic questions, multiple concerns, or a need for more detailed discussion and planning.

These visits allow us to explore what's happening more thoroughly and consider treatment options without feeling rushed.

Included: Expanded psychiatric assessment, complex medication management, diagnostic clarification when indicated, collaborative treatment planning, and routine documentation.

Not included: Dedicated psychotherapy, extensive record review, prolonged care coordination, or formal third-party reports.

Individual Psychotherapy

45–50 minutes | $250

Psychotherapy offers a dedicated space to explore emotions, relationships, patterns of thinking and behavior, and the experiences that shape how we see ourselves and the world.

My approach is collaborative and individualized. Depending on your needs, our work may focus on developing practical skills, understanding longstanding patterns, navigating life transitions, or creating meaningful changes in how you feel and function.

Included: Dedicated psychotherapy, individualized treatment planning, ongoing assessment of progress, and routine clinical documentation.

Not included: Separate substantive medication management, extensive outside coordination, comprehensive diagnostic reevaluation, or formal third-party reports.

Integrated Psychiatry & Psychotherapy

45–50 minutes | $300

For some patients, the most helpful approach is to address both the medical and psychological aspects of mental health within the same appointment.

Integrated visits combine psychiatric medication management with a distinct psychotherapy component, allowing us to consider how these aspects of treatment work together.

This approach can be especially valuable when emotional experiences, physical health, life circumstances, and medication decisions are closely connected.

Included: Clinically indicated medication management, a distinct psychotherapy intervention, integrated treatment planning, and routine documentation.

Not included: Two separate full-length appointments, extensive outside coordination, extensive record review, or formal reports.

The balance between medication management and psychotherapy is determined by clinical need.

One-Time Psychiatric Consultations & Second Opinions

Sometimes a fresh perspective can help patients and families feel more confident about their next steps.

Second opinion consultations are designed for individuals seeking diagnostic clarification, a review of previous treatment, or additional guidance regarding complex psychiatric concerns.

Adult Second Opinion Consultation

$750

Includes:

• One comprehensive psychiatric consultation of up to 90 minutes
• Up to 60 minutes of relevant clinical record review
• Diagnostic impressions and evidence-based treatment recommendations
• A written consultation report
• Communication of recommendations to your treating clinician when requested and appropriately authorized

Child & Adolescent Second Opinion Consultation

$950

Includes:

• Up to 120 minutes of clinical consultation, which may be divided between caregiver and patient interviews
• Up to 60 minutes of relevant clinical record review
• Developmentally informed psychiatric assessment
• Diagnostic impressions and treatment recommendations
• A written consultation report
• Communication of recommendations to treating professionals when requested and appropriately authorized

For both second opinion services: Written reports are generally completed within 10 business days after the consultation and receipt of necessary records.

Second opinions are consultative services and do not automatically establish an ongoing treatment relationship.

Additional appointments, extensive record review, formal testing, forensic evaluations, and prolonged coordination with outside professionals are not included.

If additional work is needed, we'll discuss the scope and fees in advance.

School Collaboration & Extended Care Coordination

$125 per 30 minutes

Mental health care doesn't always happen within the walls of an office.

When appropriate, I believe collaboration with other professionals can be an important part of supporting patients and families.

Extended coordination may include:

• Participation in school or IEP meetings
• Multidisciplinary treatment discussions
• Extended communication with teachers, therapists, pediatricians, or other professionals
• Additional clinically necessary record review

These services are arranged in advance, with the scope and fees discussed beforehand.

Brief collaboration already included in a child and adolescent initial evaluation is not charged separately.

Scheduling, Payment & Cancellation Policies

Reserving Your Appointment

At Wellness Tree Psychiatry, I intentionally reserve dedicated time for each patient and family so that appointments allow for meaningful discussion and individualized care.

Payment is required in full at the time of scheduling to confirm your appointment. A valid credit card must also be securely maintained on file.

For comprehensive child and adolescent evaluations, the $595 fee covers both appointments and is collected when the evaluation is scheduled.

Cancellations & Rescheduling

I understand that life is unpredictable, and sometimes plans need to change.

If you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment, I kindly ask for at least 48 hours' notice.

Because appointment times are reserved specifically for you, cancellations made with little notice often leave insufficient time to offer that appointment to another patient or family who may be waiting for care.

For this reason, appointments canceled or rescheduled with less than 48 hours' notice, as well as missed appointments, are subject to the full scheduled appointment fee.

Because appointments are prepaid, this generally means the payment for the missed appointment is retained. Patients will not be charged twice for the same appointment.

Appointments canceled at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for rescheduling or a refund in accordance with practice procedures.

When Unexpected Circumstances Arise

I recognize that illness, family emergencies, and unexpected circumstances happen, even with the best intentions.

If something prevents you from attending your appointment, please reach out as soon as you're able.

I approach these situations with compassion and consider exceptions on an individual basis. Depending on the circumstances, a partial or full refund, fee waiver, or rescheduling accommodation may be offered at my discretion.

My intention is never to penalize patients for circumstances beyond their control. This policy simply helps me protect the time reserved for each patient while maintaining access to care for others.

I appreciate your understanding and consideration.

Additional Services & Fees

When care requires services beyond those included in a scheduled appointment, I'll discuss the scope and any additional fees with you before proceeding.

I believe financial expectations should be transparent, and patients and families should be able to make informed decisions about their care.

Good Faith Estimates

Patients who are uninsured or choosing not to use insurance will receive a Good Faith Estimate of expected charges in accordance with applicable federal requirements.