What can I expect from the first appointment?

The first appointment is a psychiatric evaluation. We’ll review what is bringing you in, the symptoms or patterns you’ve been dealing with, relevant history, prior treatment, and what may be contributing to the current picture. The goal is to get clearer on what is actually going on and what kind of treatment or next step makes the most sense from there.

Are appointments telehealth only?

Yes. All visits are provided by telehealth for patients located in California.

Can I be seen if I’m traveling or located outside California at the time of the visit?

No. Even for telehealth, patients must be physically located in California at the time of the appointment.

Do you work with adults only?

Yes. Blu Moss Psychiatry provides care for adults age 18 and older.

Do you take insurance, or can I pay privately?

Both. Blu Moss Psychiatry accepts several insurance plans, and cash-pay rates are also available.

Do you offer therapy, medication management, or both?

Yes. Treatment may include therapy, medication management, or both, depending on the clinical picture. In some cases, therapy and medication management can be combined within the same course of care or the same visit when clinically appropriate.

How often will I need to be seen?

That depends on the type of care being provided, how stable things are, and where you are in treatment. Some patients need closer follow-up at the beginning, with less frequent visits once care is more established.

Can concerns about focus, attention, or executive functioning be evaluated as part of care?

Yes, when clinically appropriate. Evaluation depends on current symptoms, relevant history, and whether the broader pattern supports an ADHD diagnosis or another explanation for those difficulties.

Do you prescribe controlled substances?

When clinically appropriate, controlled substances may be considered as part of treatment. Prescribing decisions are made case by case and may involve closer follow-up, routine monitoring, and structured refill policies.

How do prescription refills work?

Refills are usually handled during scheduled follow-up visits. Depending on the medication, timing, and how long it has been since the last appointment, an additional visit may sometimes be needed.

How do messages or questions between visits work?

Brief administrative or follow-up questions may be addressed between visits when appropriate, but new concerns, medication changes, or more involved clinical issues may require a scheduled appointment.

Do you provide forms or letters, such as ESA, disability, or FMLA paperwork?

Some forms and documentation may be addressed on a case-by-case basis after evaluation and when clinically appropriate.

What if I need urgent help or I’m in crisis?

Blu Moss Psychiatry is not a crisis service. If you are in immediate danger or need urgent psychiatric help, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

FAQ

Getting started

The first appointment is a psychiatric evaluation. We’ll review what is bringing you in, the symptoms or patterns you’ve been dealing with, relevant history, prior treatment, and what may be contributing to the current picture. The goal is to get clearer on what is actually going on and what kind of treatment or next step makes the most sense from there.
Yes. All visits are provided by telehealth for patients located in California.
No. Even for telehealth, patients must be physically located in California at the time of the appointment.
Yes. Blu Moss Psychiatry provides care for adults age 18 and older.
Both. Blu Moss Psychiatry accepts several insurance plans, and cash-pay rates are also available.

Treatment

Yes. Treatment may include therapy, medication management, or both, depending on the clinical picture. In some cases, therapy and medication management can be combined within the same course of care or the same visit when clinically appropriate.
That depends on the type of care being provided, how stable things are, and where you are in treatment. Some patients need closer follow-up at the beginning, with less frequent visits once care is more established.
Yes, when clinically appropriate. Evaluation depends on current symptoms, relevant history, and whether the broader pattern supports an ADHD diagnosis or another explanation for those difficulties.
When clinically appropriate, controlled substances may be considered as part of treatment. Prescribing decisions are made case by case and may involve closer follow-up, routine monitoring, and structured refill policies.
Both. Blu Moss Psychiatry accepts several insurance plans, and cash-pay rates are also available.

Prescriptions and Practice Policies

Refills are usually handled during scheduled follow-up visits. Depending on the medication, timing, and how long it has been since the last appointment, an additional visit may sometimes be needed.
Brief administrative or follow-up questions may be addressed between visits when appropriate, but new concerns, medication changes, or more involved clinical issues may require a scheduled appointment.
Some forms and documentation may be addressed on a case-by-case basis after evaluation and when clinically appropriate.

Urgent Situations

Blu Moss Psychiatry is not a crisis service. If you are in immediate danger or need urgent psychiatric help, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

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