Other Psychiatry Services

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Other Psychiatry Services

Psychological Assessment

Psychological assessments clarify what’s driving challenges at school, work, or home—so we can target the right solutions. For example, a child struggling in class may be facing dyslexia, ADHD, or impulse-control difficulties. Adults may be navigating mood, attention, or interpersonal issues. Assessment helps distinguish these possibilities and guides an effective plan.

What to expect

Assessments are collaborative and tailored. You’ll meet with a clinician for an interview, then complete selected measures. We may also review relevant school or medical records. The goal is a clear, actionable picture of strengths, weaknesses, and needs.

What is the difference between test and assessment.

  • Tests are formal tools (e.g., questionnaires, checklists, standardized tasks) that compare performance to age-based norms.
  • Assessment blends test results with interviews, observations, and record review to reach conclusions and recommendations.

Common components

Evaluations That May Be Included:

Pharmacogenetic (PGx) Testing

What it is
Pharmacogenetic (also called pharmacogenomic) testing looks at specific genes to predict how your body will process and respond to certain medications. This helps your clinician choose a drug—and dose—that’s more likely to work for you with fewer side effects.

How it works

  • A small sample of blood, saliva, or a cheek swab is collected.
  • The lab checks for genetic variants that affect how your body metabolizes or responds to medicines (for example, whether you’re a poor, normal, or rapid metabolizer).
  • Results help your provider tailor treatment to your individual genetic makeup.

Why it matters

  • Avoids trial-and-error: Points toward the most suitable medication sooner (e.g., faster improvement in depression care compared with standard try-and-see approaches).
  • Reduces side effects: Flags higher-risk drug–gene combinations so your provider can choose alternatives or adjust the dose (for example, variants linked to muscle pain with certain statins).
  • Optimizes dosing: Genetics influence how quickly you break down medicines, guiding whether you may need a lower or higher dose.
  • Improves outcomes: More precise medication choices can boost effectiveness and cut down on wasted time and cost.

When it’s useful

  • In psychiatry, PGx can inform selection and dosing for conditions like depression and anxiety, by predict how you’ll respond to medications, enabling personalized treatment plans that boost effectiveness.
  • Genetic tests can can also help determine the right dose by understanding how your body metabolizes drugs. As a result, adverse drug reactions (ADRs) can be reduced and protect you from harm. 

Good to know

  • PGx testing doesn’t diagnose conditions and doesn’t cover every medication. Your results are one part of a broader clinical picture that includes your symptoms, history, and preferences.
  • We review your result and what the findings mean for your current and future treatments.

Your outcome

By integrating biological, psychological, and social factors, you’ll receive an individualized, multidimensional plan—diagnostic clarity when appropriate, plus practical recommendations for school, work, and daily life. If you’ve been referred for testing or want clarity for yourself or a loved one, our clinicians will guide you through every step.

Why choose Vivabest Psychiatry?

Accessibility

Receive expert mental health care regardless of your location within the that we serve.

Convenience

Schedule appointments that fit your lifestyle and access care when you need it.

Privacy

Enjoy confidential care through HIPAA compliant platform to protect your information.

Continuity of Care

Stay connected with your provider for consistent and uninterrupted support.

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