Bala Cynwyd, PA Psychiatrist & Psychiatric Services for Children, Teens, and Young Adults

North Star

North Star Psychiatry

Anxiety Treatment Psychiatrist Services in Bala Cynwyd, PA

Bala Cynwyd is a community located in Lower Merion Township, Pennsylvania. You can find the community located on the Main Line, which is a group of suburbs that were all built along the once prestigious Pennsylvania Main Line. Bala Cynwyd was settled in 1689 by Welsh Quakers, who named the town after the town of Bala and the village of Cynwyd in Wales. The community is home to Cynwyd Heritage Trail, which is a 2-mile linear park that connects Lower Merion Township to Manayunk through the Manayunk Bridge over the Schuylkill River.

Anxiety Treatment Psychiatrist Services in Bala Cynwyd, PA
Depression Treatment Psychiatrist Services in Bala Cynwyd, PA

Bala Cynwyd, PA Depression Psychiatrist Treatment Services

For most anyone, life brings a mix of positive and negative emotions. It is important to understand that Major Depressive Disorder is a medical condition that warrants treatment. Major Depressive Disorder impairs an individual’s ability to function in daily life. Sleep, energy, appetite, concentration, and interest in activities are often affected. Dr. Rogers has extensive experience working with children, teens, and adults with depression and has helped many people recover from this terrible illness in Bala Cynwyd. Call today to schedule an appointment or if you have any questions.

ADHD Treatment Psychiatrist Services in Bala Cynwyd, PA

ADHD can wreak havoc on a young person’s academic and social functioning. The impairment that it causes often leads to significant distress. Many children and adolescents with ADHD have emotional struggles and suffer from low self-esteem.  Not everyone with attentional difficulties has ADHD. After all, difficulty focusing is a common symptom of both depression and anxiety. But there are some individuals who, from a very young age, struggle with inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, or a combination of these symptoms. Contact North Star Psychiatry in Bala Cynwyd to schedule an appointment or if you have any questions.

ADHD Treatment Psychiatrist Services in Bala Cynwyd, PA
Psychiatric Evaluation for Children & Adolescents in Bala Cynwyd

Psychiatric Evaluation for Children & Adolescents in Bala Cynwyd

A psychiatric evaluation is a comprehensive and thorough process that allows children and adolescents in Bala Cynwyd to receive the necessary mental health services. Dr. Rogers typically spends 1.5 to 2 hours at North Star Psychiatry in Chester County to complete a child and adolescent evaluation. He will usually spend the first 30 to 45 minutes of the appointment talking with parents to gather background information and a summary of current concerns. He will then meet with the patient alone, usually to conduct a diagnostic interview and assessment. Finally, he will meet with the patient and his or her parents for the remaining 20 to 30 minutes of the appointment. He will review his findings, educate the family on the diagnoses and treatment options, and collaborate with the family to develop a treatment plan.

Psychiatric Evaluation for Young Adults in Bala Cynwyd

A comprehensive evaluation by a psychiatrist is the most effective way for young adults in Bala Cynwyd to obtain appropriate mental health services. Dr. Rogers typically spends 1 to 1.5 hours at North Star Psychiatry to complete an adult psychiatric evaluation. He will review the patient’s history and obtain a detailed account of how symptoms developed over time during the appointment. He will conduct a comprehensive diagnostic interview and screen for a number of mental health disorders. He will discuss his findings with the patient for the last 20 to 30 minutes of the appointment, provide education about the diagnoses and treatment options, and work collaboratively with the patient to create a treatment plan.

 

Psychiatric Evaluation for Young Adults in Bala Cynwyd