Psychiatric Evaluation

If you’re struggling to focus or are plagued by constant sadness or mood swings, see psychiatry and neurology specialist Frederick Starr, MD, FAACAP, at Myneurva Brain Centers in Hackensack, New Jersey. He offers comprehensive psychiatric evaluations using cutting-edge techniques to pinpoint the cause of your symptoms and provide lasting relief. Schedule an evaluation by calling the office or booking an appointment online today.

What is a psychiatric evaluation?

Psychiatric evaluations at Myneurva Brain Centers consist of questions using DSM-5 criteria to find out if you have a mental health condition like anxiety or depression. Dr. Starr also offers quantitative electroencephalogram (QEEG) technology to analyze electrical activity in the brain to screen for possible concerns.

Dr. Starr specializes in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry with expertise in GEEG analysis and computational neuroscience. His clinical focus is brain-based evaluations and structured neurofeedback protocol development. 

Dr. Starr integrates psychiatric assessments with quantitative brain mapping to design individualized neurotherapeutic programs aimed at improving attention regulation, emotional balance, cognitive performance, and neurological function.

Which conditions can psychiatric evaluations uncover?

Psychiatric evaluations at Myneurva Brain Centers can screen for the following conditions and more:

• Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) 
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Eating disorders
• Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• Anxiety disorders
• Depression
• Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
• Substance use disorder 
• Sleep disorders
• Memory disorders
• Strokes
• Grief
• Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)

Myneurva Brain Centers offers a higher standard of brain-based care, using measurable brain data to customize highly effective mental health treatment plans.

Other conditions or symptoms a patient may be experiencing that may benefit from a psychiatric evaluation include migraines and headaches, stress, and tinnitus.

What are the symptoms of a mental health concern?

See Dr. Starr for a psychiatric evaluation at Myneurva Brain Centers if you experience symptoms of a mental health condition or brain injury. Examples include:

• Extreme mood swings
• Memory problems
• Constant sadness, fear, or worry in everyday situations
• Flashbacks
• Nightmares
• Problems sleeping
• Difficulty concentrating
• New or worsening cognitive problems
• Obsessions
• Compulsions
• Weight loss or gain
• Appetite changes
• Difficulty in social situations 

Some mental health conditions, such as grief, can be temporary. Others may require long-term management.  

What happens during a psychiatric evaluation?

Dr. Starr meets with you to discuss your mental health history, symptoms, lifestyle, and goals during a psychiatric evaluation. He discusses your emotions, moods, thoughts, and behaviors, and combines your evaluation with brain mapping technology. 

What can I expect after a psychiatric evaluation? 

After completing a psychiatric evaluation at Myneurva Brain Centers, Dr. Starr discusses your treatment options. He specializes in neurofeedback sessions, using advanced technology to train your brain to regulate itself more efficiently by offering real-time feedback and encouraging healthier brainwave patterns.

You might also participate in psychotherapy (talk therapy), medication management, wellness treatments, and lifestyle changes. These treatments can retrain your brain, balance brainwave patterns, optimize mood, and restore your quality of life. Dr. Starr focuses on treatments grounded in clinical neuroscience. He follows up to ensure superior outcomes.

Schedule a psychiatric evaluation at Myneurva Brain Centers by calling the office or requesting a visit online today.