Addiction & Mental Health Diagnosis to Treat the Whole You
What is Assessment and Diagnosis?
Understanding your condition is the first step to effective treatment. At Brilliant Start Wellness, our Assessment and Diagnosis services involve a thorough evaluation by licensed clinicians and psychiatrists. We use evidence-based tools to review your history, symptoms, and concerns, ensuring an accurate diagnosis.
Our services include mental health diagnostic assessments and substance abuse assessment services, identifying issues like anxiety, depression, or addiction. This process sets the foundation for a personalized care plan, so you can move forward with confidence.
Signs You Need an Assessment
- Persistent sadness, stress, or irritability.
- Trouble focusing at work or managing responsibilities.
- Changes in sleep, appetite, or energy levels.
- Increased use of alcohol or drugs to cope.
- Feeling disconnected from friends, family, or yourself.
- A general sense that "something just isn't right."
Types of Assessments We Offer
Semi-Structured Diagnostic Interviews
A focused, guided discussion designed to explore your mental health history, symptoms, and substance use patterns. This is the foundation of an accurate mental health diagnostic assessment, giving our clinicians a complete picture of your situation.
A brief but comprehensive evaluation of your cognitive, emotional, and behavioral state. This helps identify issues such as anxiety, depression, or mood disorders, ensuring your care starts with reliable insights.
We use evidence-based tools like PHQ-9, GAD-7, and other validated assessments to screen for specific mental health or substance use conditions. These tools strengthen our substance abuse assessment services and guide your personalized treatment plan.
Our clinicians use targeted observation methods to assess behavior, emotional response, and communication. This framework helps pinpoint key areas of concern for both addiction and mental health challenges.
Practical, scenario-based evaluations that assess how you respond to real-life stressors or emotional triggers. These help our team better understand your coping patterns and overall functional well-being.
For individuals managing both mental health and substance use concerns, we offer an integrated evaluation. This combined assessment ensures your care plan addresses every aspect of your health for long-term stability.
Benefits of Assessment and Diagnosis
Identify what’s impacting your mental health or substance use with a mental health diagnostic assessment.
Receive a personalized plan from our addiction assessment center to guide your next steps.
Trust in a diagnosis supported by our expert mental health assessment psychiatrist.
Start the right treatment faster and avoid unnecessary delays.
Choose in-person at our California clinic or secure telehealth for convenience.
Address issues early to prevent worsening your symptoms.
Why Choose Us for Assessment & Diagnosis
At Brilliant Start Wellness in California, we prioritize your convenience and comfort. We deliver assessments in-person at our clinic or virtually through a secure telehealth platform, making it easy to get started from anywhere.
We also assist with housing and transportation if needed, ensuring barriers don’t prevent you from receiving care. Our team, including dedicated mental health assessment psychiatrists, uses evidence-based methods for trustworthy results.
What sets us apart is our commitment to confidentiality and personalized attention. As a trusted mental health assessment center, we focus on your unique story to guide the next steps effectively.
How Our Assessment & Diagnosis Services Work
Call or book online to schedule your assessment, in-person or via telehealth.
Provide background info so our experts understand your concerns.
Meet licensed professionals for interviews and standardized testing.
Receive a precise diagnosis with clear, easy-to-follow recommendations.
Discuss therapy, treatment, or support according to your needs.
Access follow-up care and guidance for your long-term wellness.
What Our Clients Say
Frequently Asked Questions
Assessments typically last 1-2 hours, depending on the complexity of your history and needs. Some cases may require additional sessions for a full evaluation.
No referral is necessary. You can book directly with our clinic for substance abuse or mental health assessments, in person or online.
Yes. All evaluations follow strict confidentiality laws. Your personal information and results are secure, whether conducted in-person or via telehealth.
After your assessment, most clients receive a clear report within a few days, including a diagnosis, recommendations, and next steps.
We provide evaluations for adults, adolescents, and older adults, with tools and approaches personalized to each developmental stage.