Service
Thoughtful psychiatric care for children, teenagers, and their families.
Young people deserve care that respects their voice, meets them developmentally, and takes their family and school context seriously.
Who this may help
- Children and adolescents struggling with attention, anxiety, mood, or behavior
- Families navigating a first psychiatric evaluation
- Young people who have felt dismissed by prior care
What the visit may include
- Developmentally informed assessment
- Parent or guardian participation when appropriate
- Review of school functioning and any accommodations
- Family and environmental context
- Emotional and behavioral concerns
- Medication education when relevant
- Collaborative planning
What you can expect
- Time and language matched to the young person
- Respect for the young person's voice and privacy within legal and safety limits
- Clear communication with parents or guardians
- Coordination with schools or therapists when helpful
Important to know
Not every young person needs medication. Evaluation may lead to a variety of recommendations, including watchful monitoring, therapy referrals, or family-based strategies.
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Frequently asked
Yes, in most cases parents or guardians participate. The extent varies by age and clinical situation.
Where appropriate and consistent with law and safety, private conversation is respected.
You don't have to have everything figured out before asking for help.
Start with a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and a clearer conversation about what you're experiencing, what might be contributing, and what options fit.
If you need urgent help
Tallman Psychiatry is not an emergency or crisis service. If you or someone else may be in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. In the United States, call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.