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

North Star

North Star Psychiatry

Anxiety Treatment Psychiatrist Services in Exton, PA

Exton, PA is located in West Whiteland Township, Chester County, in the State of Pennsylvania. Exton is thought to be named for an ‘X’ mark on a map marking the intersection of the Lincoln Highway and Pottstown Pike, or named after an Exton in England.

The Exton area is notable for being the home of the Exton Square Mall, the opening of which is, in large part, responsible for the rapid growth of West Whiteland Township starting in 1973. The Exton Square Mall in Exton, PA was the very first Chick-fil-A restaurant in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The restaurant first opened with the Exton mall in 1973 and is still there today in Exton, PA.

Anxiety Treatment Psychiatrist Services in Exton, PA
Depression Treatment Psychiatrist Services in Exton, PA

Exton, PA Depression Psychiatrist Treatment Services

For most people, life is lived through a full spectrum of positive and negative emotions. Major depressive disorder can throw the balance between positive and negative off, leading to a life that is full of mostly negative emotions. Major Depressive Disorder is serious because of the severity of the symptoms, and because it affects millions of people around the world. It’s important to recognize it is a medical condition that warrants treatment. It impairs an individual’s ability to function in daily life, affecting sleep, energy, appetite, concentration, and interest in activities.

Dr. Rogers is a psychiatrist who is very experienced in working with children, teens, and adults with depression around Exton, PA, and beyond. If you’re looking for Depression Psychiatrist Treatment Services in Exton, PA, or want to learn more about Depression Psychiatrist Treatment Services in Exton, PA, get in touch with the Depression Psychiatrist Treatment Services providers like Dr. Rogers here at North Star.

ADHD Treatment Psychiatrist Services in Exton, PA

Difficulty focusing is a common symptom of other underlying causes like depression and anxiety and is not always a result of ADHD. ADHD brings about difficulty focusing for millions of children, teens and people of all ages in Exton, PA and all over the world. From a very young age, those affected with ADHD struggle with a combination of symptoms like inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. ADHD can, however, be managed with ADHD Treatment Psychiatrist Services in Exton, PA. There are three subtypes of ADHD which are predominantly inattentive, predominantly hyperactive/impulsive, and the combined subtype. ADHD can negatively impact many aspects of life. ADHD can have a negative impact on socialization, academics, and more which can be alleviated and managed by ADHD Treatment Psychiatrist Services like those provided by ADHD Treatment Psychiatrists at North Star.

For those suffering from ADHD in Exton, PA, the ADHD Treatment Psychiatrists at Northstar Psychiatry are here. If you’d like to learn more about how our ADHD Treatment Psychiatrist Services can help you get in touch with the ADHD Treatment Psychiatrists at Northstar for ADHD Treatment Psychiatrist Services In the Exton area.

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

Psychiatric Evaluation for Children & Adolescents in Exton PA

A psychiatric evaluation is a thorough process that allows Exton, PA children and adolescents to receive the necessary mental health services. Dr. Rogers evaluates children and adolescents at North Star Psychiatry in Chester County for 1.5 to 2 hours. Typically, he will spend the first 30 to 45 minutes of the visit talking with parents to gather background information and a summary of current problems. He will then see the patient on his own to conduct a diagnostic interview and evaluation. Finally, he will spend the remaining 20 to 30 minutes with the patient and his or her parents. He’ll discuss his findings with the family, educate them on the diagnoses and treatment options, and collaborate with them to create a treatment plan.

Psychiatric Evaluation for Young Adults in Exton, PA

The most effective way for young adults in Exton, PA to receive appropriate mental health services is through a full evaluation by a psychiatrist. Dr. Rogers performs an adult mental evaluation at North Star Psychiatry for 1 to 1.5 hours. During the consultation, he will review the patient’s medical history and obtain a detailed account of how the symptoms evolved over time. He will conduct a thorough diagnostic interview as well as a mental health screening. For the last 20 to 30 minutes of the consultation, he will discuss his findings with the patient, provide education about diagnosis and treatment options, and collaborate with the patient to develop a treatment plan.

 

Psychiatric Evaluation for Young Adults in Exton PA