Psychiatric & ADHD Mental Health Assessment
If you've been wondering whether your struggles, or your child’s have a name, a Psychiatric Mental Health Assessment can give you clear answers and next steps.
Offering Assessments in Brantford, Brant, Kitchener, Toronto, & Simcoe, and virtually across Ontario
GET A CLEAR DIAGNOSIS
ACCESS TREATMENT AND SUPPORT
ADHD ASSESSMENTS AVAILABLE
Something feels off, and you're ready to know why.
You’ve spent years wondering if this is just how life is supposed to feel. You feel chaotic, overwhelmed, and like you’re constantly swimming upstream while others seem to glide effortlessly by. It’s always seemed normal for you to lose focus mid-conversation, to feel your emotions rise unpredictably, or to watch your child struggle in ways that break your heart but don’t have clear explanations.
A Psychiatric Mental Health Assessment honours your unique journey and helps connect the dots, giving you clarity and a plan.
Why Get an ADHD or Psychiatric Mental Health Assessment?
Mental health isn’t like a broken bone; you can’t see it on an X-ray, but you know when something’s not working right. You might find yourself constantly distracted, emotionally overwhelmed, or watching your child struggle in ways that don’t seem to match their intelligence or effort. Even when everything looks fine on the surface, something inside keeps whispering that this isn’t how things should feel.
The frustrating part is that everyone has an opinion about what’s “wrong,” but nobody seems to have any real answers. A Psychiatric Mental Health Assessment cuts through all the noise and gets to the heart of what’s going on.
During an assessment, we help you gain a deeper understanding of your experiences, identify patterns that may have puzzled you for years, and find out if there’s a name for what you’ve been living with. With the right answers, you can finally stop guessing and begin getting the support that fits your life.
Psychiatric Mental Health Assessment
What can a psychiatric mental health assessment help with?
If you are:
- Struggling with concentration, attention problems, or feeling constantly distracted
- Living with persistent sadness, hopelessness, or loss of interest in activities you used to enjoy
- Experiencing anxiety that interferes with daily activities, work, or relationships
- Having unwanted compulsive behaviours or intrusive thoughts
- Dealing with extreme mood swings, high energy periods, or emotional outbursts
- Coping with symptoms of trauma, flashbacks, or feeling constantly on edge
- Facing sleep disturbances, appetite changes, or unexplained physical symptoms
- Wondering if you or your child might have ADHD, especially if school or work feels impossible
- Needing documentation for ODSP, workplace accommodations, or academic support
- Feeling overwhelmed by emotional regulation challenges or sensory sensitivities
A psychiatric mental health assessment can help.
How do psychiatric mental health assessments help?
Get A Clear Diagnosis Or Peace Of Mind
Whether you receive a formal mental health diagnosis like ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, or PTSD, or learn that your symptoms don’t meet diagnostic criteria, you’ll finally have clarity about what’s happening and why.
Access The Right Treatment
A proper diagnosis opens doors to evidence-based treatments, including medication, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and specialized therapy approaches that are proven to help your specific condition.
Receive Professional Treatment Recommendations
You’ll get a clear plan that may include antidepressants, ADHD medication, therapy referrals, or lifestyle changes tailored to your specific needs and circumstances.
Obtain Documentation For Support Services
Understand Your Symptoms & Strengths
Get Connected To Ongoing Care
Reduce Uncertainty & Self-Doubt
About Us
Why Mindful Path Counselling
We believe in treating you as a whole person.
At Mindful Path Counselling, we take a wholistic approach on your path to well-being.
Whether you need someone to talk to alone, with your partner, or with your family, we have a range of counselling services to fit your needs and budget. We provide in-person, online sessions, phone appointment, in-home services, and psychiatric mental health assessments. Our diverse team includes skilled psychotherapists, social workers, life coaches, hypnotherapists, nurse practitioner, and more.
If you are struggling with general anxiety or a complex mental health challenge, we help people aged 5 and up find a welcoming and understanding place to land.
We’re more than just therapists, we’re a safe place to help you rediscover yourself.
Our approach
How Psychiatric Mental Health Assessments Works
More than just a diagnosis, we offer a comprehensive understanding
- We begin with you
Your experiences matter. Every struggle, every pattern, every moment you’ve wondered, “Is this normal?” provides clues to help us understand your history, current symptoms, and how they’re showing up in your daily life today.
- We explore what's happening
Together, we’ll work through clinical interviews, standardized questionnaires, and any necessary testing to get a complete picture. We look for patterns, rule out medical causes, and determine if your experiences meet criteria for conditions like ADHD, anxiety, depression, or other mental health conditions. Everything we do is paced with your understanding in mind.
- We provide clarity and next steps
Our role is to give you the answers, diagnosis (if applicable), and treatment recommendations that allow you to move forward with confidence. Whether that’s medication, therapy referrals, or accessing supports like ODSP, you’ll have a clear path ahead.
We're here to support you through the entire process and beyond.
Our Team
Meet Our Assessment Team
Dr. Agnes Krupski
Psychologist
Dr. Agnes Krupski brings over 25 years of experience in conducting psychological assessments and treatment. Her competencies include rehabilitation psychology, clinical psychology, counselling psychology and couples therapy. She has a lot of experience working with trauma and her main focus at our office will be to conduct WSIB assessments.
Crystal Troup
Nurse Practitioner
Questions About Psychiatric Mental Health Assessments
Do you offer ADHD assessments?
Can adults get an ADHD assessment?
Do I need a referral for an ADHD assessment?
Do I really need a psychiatric mental health assessment, or am I just overthinking?
If you’ve been told to “just relax” or that your child will “grow out of it,” but your everyday experience tells a different story, a psychiatric mental health assessment can bring real clarity. You know yourself, or your child, better than anyone, and noticing that something feels off is reason enough to seek support.
At its core, a Psychiatric Mental Health Assessment is about better understanding how your brain and nervous system are working so you can get the right kind of help. If symptoms are ongoing, confusing, or interfering with school, work, or relationships, an assessment can be a gentle and practical next step.
What can I expect during an assessment?
Think of a psychiatric mental health assessment as a thoughtful conversation spread over 1–4 appointments. We’ll talk about what’s been hard, what’s helping, and your history. You may fill out a few short questionnaires, and if we’re exploring ADHD, we might include simple attention or executive‑function activities.
Sessions are warm, collaborative, and move at your pace. It’s more like speaking with someone who genuinely wants to understand you than “taking a test.” For youth assessments, we include parents or caregivers where helpful.
Who can diagnose me, and how do I access them?
At Mindful Path Counselling, our Nurse Practitioner, Crystal Troup (NP‑PHC), can assess and diagnose concerns like ADHD/ADD, anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, and bipolar disorder. You can book directly, with no referral needed.
- Psychiatrists: Covered by OHIP with a doctor’s referral; waitlists can be long. Assessments often focus on diagnosis and medication.
- Psychologists: Provide comprehensive testing and written reports; typically private‑pay (sometimes covered by extended benefits).
We strive to keep psychiatric mental health assessments accessible and budget-friendly, and we’ll help you choose the path that best fits your needs.
Will a diagnosis help me, or just label me?
A diagnosis is a map, not a box. It gives language to what you’ve been experiencing and opens doors to meaningful support, whether that’s targeted therapies (e.g., CBT), medication (such as antidepressants when appropriate), school/work accommodations, or programs like ODSP.
You decide who you share it with. The results of an assessment are a tool that guides care and reduces self‑blame, not something that defines you.
What happens after the assessment?
You won’t be left to figure things out on your own. We’ll go over what we found in plain language and co‑create a plan that may include:
- Medication options (if appropriate) and coordination with your family doctor or psychiatrist
- Therapy with our team (e.g., CBT, EMDR, somatic, or skills‑based supports)
- Lifestyle strategies for sleep, focus, mood, and stress
- Referrals when specialized testing or services are needed
- Written reports for school, work, or programs like ODSP (upon request)
We’ll also talk about follow‑ups so you feel supported as you move forward.
Is there anything I need to do to prepare?
No cramming required, just come as you are. Helpful extras (if you have them):
- Any past reports or school notes, and a list of current medications
- A few real‑life examples of when symptoms show up (and when things go well)
- Questions you’d like answered
Parents or caregivers: jot down specific situations that show your child’s strengths and struggles. We are looking for an honest picture of everyday life. If you need breaks, a slower pace, or a support person, let us know. We’re here to make this comfortable and accessible.
Still have questions?
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How life can feel after a psychiatric mental health assessment
Getting assessed isn’t the finish line. It’s often the first step toward clarity and support. Whether you receive a diagnosis or not, the process helps you better understand yourself or your child, making life feel a little clearer and easier to manage. Over time, you may start to notice shifts like:
- Feeling relieved to finally have clear answers
- Letting go of self-blame and understanding what’s going on
- Knowing your next steps for support, like therapy, medication, or lifestyle changes
- Getting access to helpful resources at school, work, or through programs like ODSP
- Understanding yourself better and treating yourself with more compassion
- Feeling steadier, more hopeful, and supported with a plan that fits your life
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How You Get Started
If you’re ready to get started, we’d love to hear from you! You can send us a message or call us. We will answer any questions you have and book you in for an appointment or free consultation.
You can also book online using the button below. Please note that not all of our therapists can be booked online.
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226-208-2722
Email Us
info@mindfulpathcounselling.ca
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