Thinking About Psychiatric Care? Here’s What to Expect at Breakthrough HQ
Starting psychiatric care can feel intimidating. Many people aren’t sure what to expect, how appointments work, or whether they’ll actually feel listened to.
At Breakthrough HQ, we’re intentional about how care is delivered. Our approach to psychiatric care is thoughtful, collaborative, and structured — without feeling rushed or impersonal.
Your First Appointment at Breakthrough HQ
Initial psychiatric evaluations at Breakthrough HQ are 60 minutes. This applies whether you are a new patient or an established patient seeking care for a new concern or service.
That time is intentional.
Your first visit focuses on understanding the full picture, including:
current symptoms and concerns
mental health and medical history
life stressors and daily functioning
past treatments and responses
questions, goals, and priorities
Appointments are never rushed. We don’t aim to finish early — we aim to finish on time. We value your time and want each visit to feel thorough, respectful, and focused.
A Collaborative Approach to Psychiatric Care
Psychiatric care at Breakthrough HQ is collaborative. Patients are encouraged to be active participants in their care, ask questions, and share what feels important to them.
While psychiatry medication management is medical and evidence-based, many patients describe appointments as more conversational and supportive than they expected from a psychiatric visit.
Follow-Ups and Ongoing Treatment
Follow-up appointments are 30 minutes and are designed to support continuity and long-term progress.
Follow-up frequency is individualized. Some patients prefer closer follow-ups early in treatment, while others — once stable — are seen every three months.
During follow-ups, we focus on:
response to treatment and symptom changes
side effects or concerns
medication adjustments when appropriate
new or ongoing life stressors
Monitoring response to treatment is a priority, and changes are made thoughtfully over time.
Assessments, Labs, and Coordinated Care
When clinically appropriate, care may also include:
diagnostic screenings or structured assessments
lab work to evaluate overall health or medication safety
coordination with outside providers, including therapists, primary care providers, or specialists
We value collaboration and regularly work with other providers to support your care.
Conditions and Services We Treat
Breakthrough HQ provides psychiatric evaluation and medication management for a range of conditions, including, but not limited to:
Depression
Anxiety
ADHD testing and treatment
Bipolar Disorder
Binge Eating Disorder
Weight-related psychiatric care
Spravato® (esketamine) treatment
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
PTSD
Postpartum Depression
PMDD, or Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
Alcohol Abuse & Addiction
While we do not offer standalone therapy, visits are infused with therapeutic elements alongside medical care, that often our patients say feel like they have attended a therapy appointment. .
We accept most commercial insurance plans, and our team can help answer general coverage questions before scheduling.
What Patients Often Say
Many patients come in unsure of what psychiatric care will feel like — and leave feeling:
less intimidated by psychiatry
confident that they were listened to
clear on what to expect
reassured that their care is thoughtful, not rushed, and individualized to them
