A child psychiatrist helps children understand and manage their thoughts, emotions, and behavior. They assess mental health concerns and create treatment plans that may include therapy, guidance, and medication if needed.

You should consider a visit if your child shows ongoing changes in mood, behavior, sleep, or school performance, or struggles with anxiety, focus, or emotions.

The first visit includes a detailed discussion about your child’s behavior, emotions, medical history, and daily life. This helps create a clear plan for care.

Not always. Treatment depends on your child’s needs. Some children benefit from therapy alone, while others may need medication along with support.

Treatment length varies for each child. Some may need short-term support, while others benefit from ongoing care and follow-ups.

Yes, we respect your privacy. All information is kept confidential, with care and in line with medical guidelines.

Yes, parents play an important role. We work closely with families to support the child’s progress and overall well being.

It is a detailed assessment that helps understand your child’s mental health, behavior, and emotional needs, leading to a clear diagnosis and treatment plan.

We support children with anxiety, ADHD, depression, behavioral concerns, emotional challenges, and developmental issues.

Child psychotherapy is a form of talk therapy that helps children express feelings, improve behavior, and build healthy coping skills.

ADHD treatment may include behavioral support, parent guidance, therapy, and medication if needed to improve focus and daily routines.

Yes, we offer support to help children with communication, behavior, and social skills, tailored to their needs.

Medication management involves monitoring your child’s progress, adjusting treatment if needed, and ensuring safety and effectiveness.

You can schedule an appointment by calling us at (757) 828-5659, emailing info@aboutyoupsych.com, or filling out the form on our Contact Us page.

Yes, we accept a wide range of insurance plans to make care more accessible for families.

We currently work with:

• Sentara Health Plans
• Quest Behavioral Health
• Carelon Behavioral Health
• Cigna
• Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
• United Healthcare (Optum)
• Oscar (Optum)
• Aetna
• Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
• Oxford (Optum)

Please note that accepted plans may change. We recommend contacting your insurance provider or our office before your appointment to confirm coverage and any out of pocket costs.

Bring any previous medical records, school reports, and a list of current medications if applicable.

Visit frequency depends on your child’s needs. Some may need regular follow-ups, while others may need occasional check-ins.