Specialized Evaluations

Emotional Support Animal (ESA) 🐾Evaluation

We offer structured evaluations for individuals seeking an Emotional Support Animal as part of their mental health care.

This assessment includes a clinical evaluation to determine whether an emotional support animal is appropriate based on your mental health needs.

✔ Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation
✔ Determination based on clinical necessity
✔ Documentation provided when appropriate
✔ Conducted in compliance with applicable guidelines

Fee: $150

Includes evaluation and documentation when clinically appropriate.

Bariatric Surgery Psychological Evaluation

We provide pre-surgical psychiatric evaluations required for bariatric surgery clearance.

This evaluation assesses readiness for surgery and reviews behavioral and mental health factors important for long-term success.

✔ Pre-bariatric psychological assessment
✔ Evaluation of readiness and stability
✔ Behavioral and mental health review
✔ Clearance documentation for surgical teams

Fee: $200

Includes evaluation and professional documentation for surgical clearance.

Medical Marijuana Evaluations (Louisiana Only)

We provide psychiatric evaluations for Louisiana residents seeking a recommendation for medical marijuana as part of their treatment plan.

This evaluation includes a clinical assessment to determine whether medical marijuana may be appropriate based on your symptoms and medical history.

✔ Evaluation by a licensed psychiatric provider
✔ Assessment of qualifying conditions
✔ Recommendation provided when clinically appropriate

Important: Recommendations are based on clinical judgment and are not guaranteed.

Fee: $150

Includes evaluation and recommendation when clinically appropriate.

What to Expect

• Structured clinical interview

• Review of mental health and relevant history

• Evidence-based assessment

• Professional documentation (when applicable)

Payment Policy

• Specialized evaluations are self-pay services and are not billed through insurance.

• Payment is required prior to the appointment to secure your scheduled time.

• Documentation (letters/reports) is provided only when clinically appropriate following evaluation.