Chesterbrook, PA Psychiatric Services for Children, Teens, and Young Adults
North Star Psychiatry
ADHD Treatment Services in Chesterbrook, PA
Chesterbrook is a community located in Chester County, Pennsylvania. The community has an estimated population of around 4,500 residents as of the 2010 census. Chesterbrook is a part of the Philadelphia metropolitan area. The community can be found south of Valley forge National Historical Park.
Dr. Rogers is a compassionate physician and is committed to offering his patients the highest caliber of care; the same quality of care he would want for a family member or close friend. He is highly collaborative and works closely with Chesterbrook patients and their families to help optimize treatment outcomes.
Chesterbrook, PA Depression Treatment Services
Dr. Rogers is a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist and is qualified to treat patients of all ages in Chesterbrook, PA. Here at North Star Psychiatry, his practice is focused on treating children, teenagers, and young adults. For most anyone, life brings a mix of positive and negative emotions. Without question, we all get stressed from time to time. One of the components of the human nervous system is the sympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for the so-called “fight or flight” response. 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. Patients with anxiety disorders frequently present with excessive worry, irrational fears, and overthinking. There are often physical symptoms of anxiety, such as muscle tension, fatigue, headache, or upset stomach.
Anxiety & Depression Treatment Services in Chesterbrook, PA
Dr. Rogers is a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist and is qualified to treat patients of all ages in Chesterbrook. However, at North Star Psychiatry, his practice is focused on treating children, teenagers, and young adults. An astute diagnostician, he listens carefully to what his patients tell him and uses his knowledge, creativity, and intuition to develop treatment plans that work. Many children and adolescents with ADHD have emotional struggles and suffer from low self-esteem. Research shows that ADHD puts young people at risk for a number of negative outcomes, including poor academic performance, antisocial behavior, substance use, mood disorders, and anxiety disorders. Children and adolescents are particularly prone to the physical symptoms of anxiety, as their bodies often speak for them. Contact North Star Psychiatry in Chesterbrook to schedule an appointment or if you have any questions.
Psychiatric Evaluation for Children & Adolescents in Chesterbrook, PA
A psychiatric evaluation is a thorough and exhaustive procedure that enables Chesterbrook, PA children and adolescents to receive the necessary mental health care. Dr. Rogers spends between one and two hours evaluating children and adolescents at North Star Psychiatry in Chester County. Typically, he would spend the first 30 to 45 minutes of a session speaking with the parents to obtain background information and a synopsis of present issues. The physician will then meet with the patient alone, typically to do a diagnostic interview and evaluation. Finally, he will spend the remaining 20 to 30 minutes of the visit with the patient and his or her parents. He will discuss his findings, inform the family about the diagnoses and treatment options, and work with them to develop a treatment plan.
Psychiatric Evaluation for Young Adults in Chesterbrook, PA
The most effective way for young adults in Chesterbrook, Pennsylvania to receive appropriate mental health services is through a comprehensive evaluation by a psychiatrist. Dr. Rogers spends between one and one-and-a-half hours on a mental evaluation of an adult at North Star Psychiatry. During the session, he will review the patient’s medical history and obtain a comprehensive account of how the symptoms have developed over time. He will do a comprehensive diagnostic interview and mental health screening. In the last 20 to 30 minutes of the consultation, he will discuss his findings with the patient, provide information about diagnosis and treatment options, and collaborate with the patient to develop a treatment plan.
