Understanding the Whole Person Starts With Understanding Their Needs
Every young person has a unique story. A comprehensive diagnostic assessment helps Ment2BeFit understand a youth’s experiences, strengths, challenges and support needs so an individualized, person-centered approach can be developed.
What Is a Diagnostic Assessment?
A diagnostic assessment is an important first step in understanding a young person’s behavioral health needs.
Ment2BeFit conducts comprehensive psycho/bio/social assessments to gather information that can help inform diagnosis and the development of an individualized treatment approach.
Our goal is to understand the individual—not simply focus on a diagnosis.
Every Youth Is Different
Our assessment process considers the individual circumstances of each youth and helps identify areas where additional support may be beneficial.
Emotional & Behavioral Needs
We work to understand emotional and behavioral concerns that may be affecting everyday life.
Social & Relationships
We consider social skills, relationships and interpersonal challenges.
School & Daily Life
We look at how behavioral health concerns may be affecting school participation and everyday functioning.
Experiences & Environment
Understanding a young person’s environment and experiences can help inform an appropriate support plan.
Our Assessment Approach
Listen. Understand. Support.
01
Listen
We begin by learning about the youth’s experiences, concerns and goals.
02
Understand
Relevant psycho/bio/social information is gathered to develop a clearer understanding
03
Identify
The assessment helps inform diagnostic considerations and areas requiring support.
04
Plan
Information gathered during the assessment helps support the development of an individualized.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a diagnostic assessment?
A diagnostic assessment is a comprehensive evaluation designed to better understand a youth’s behavioral health needs. Ment2BeFit uses psycho/bio/social assessments to help inform diagnosis and develop an individualized, person-centered treatment approach.
Why is a diagnostic assessment important?
An assessment helps the care team understand the youth’s concerns, needs and circumstances. The information gathered can help guide an appropriate, individualized approach to treatment and support.
Who participates in the assessment?
For youth, the intake and assessment process may involve the youth and their parent or guardian. The specific participants can depend on the individual’s circumstances.
What should I bring to the assessment?
The required documents include:
- Birth certificate
- Parent/guardian ID
- Social Security card
- Insurance card(s)
If custody is other than a parent, documentation of custody or guardianship status is also required.
What happens after the assessment?
Information gathered during the assessment helps Ment2BeFit understand the youth’s needs and supports the development of an individualized, person-centered treatment approach.
What concerns can an assessment help address?
Ment2BeFit’s admission criteria include youth experiencing difficulties with managing emotions or behavior, social-skill or relationship challenges, mental health symptoms such as depression or anxiety that interfere with school functioning, and experiences or exposure to trauma.
Ready to move on?
Whether you’re searching for behavioral health support or ways to build up your mental and physical wellness, we’re here to help.
