Initial Psychiatric Evaluation
Initial assessments begin with the patient or legal guardian submitting an inquiry on this website. You will receive a phone call from Hope Restored Psychiatry to schedule the intake appointment.
Patients will open the patient portal and complete intake forms before the initial appointment. This appointment will last approximately 75 minutes and include an interview with the parent and child together and separately.
Dr. Bullard will assess the emotional, cognitive, educational, physical, genetic, developmental, family, peer, and social components of the patient's presenting problem. She will also review current medical records and may request additional assessments — such as labs and screening questionnaires — before formulating a final diagnosis and treatment plan.
Patients will return for a standard medication management follow-up appointment to complete the initial assessment (~20–25 minutes). The treatment plan may or may not include medication. If a patient is in active treatment with a therapist, Dr. Bullard will coordinate treatment with that therapist as needed.
Please note: Dr. Bullard does not perform psychiatric evaluations for legal purposes such as child custody evaluations, establishing grounds for a personal injury claim, or obtaining social security disability income.
In compliance with the No Surprises Act of 2022, the initial psychiatric assessment currently costs $450. Rate will increase to $475 on May 4, 2026.