Meeting with a psychiatrist may be intimidating and scary at first. It can also be costly, so be sure to check your options for payment and possible insurance coverage ahead of your first appointment.

Attending your first psychiatry appointment can be daunting, especially if you don’t know what to expect. But knowing what to expect can help lessen this stress. One psychiatrist shares what new ...

Manage your expectations for what you’ll get out of your first appointment. It’s likely far more introductory and far less probing that you might be thinking. Mentally walk through the session ...

I was in my mid-20s when I had my first major episode of situational depression. I’d had similar but less intense episodes throughout my life, times when I couldn’t get out of bed for days at ...

After you’ve settled on a therapist, figured out your insurance, and scheduled an appointment, it’s time to have your first session. Even if you’re confident about your decision to start ...

When you make an appointment with a psychiatrist, they’ll first ask about your mental and physical symptoms. This may involve a physical exam, lab tests, and/or a psychological evaluation.

If, like many Americans, you put off visiting a doctor during the pandemic, consider asking for a longer appointment, getting bloodwork and screenings in advance, and setting an agenda.