Mental Health Assessment

Personalized Mental Health Assessments in Annapolis—Support Starts Here

Finding the right therapist isn’t just about convenience—it’s about finding someone who truly understands you. At Annapolis Counseling Center, our approach to mental health assessments is rooted in compassion, connection, and clinical expertise. From the moment you walk through our doors, our goal is to create a space where you feel heard, supported, and genuinely seen.

Whether you’re experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, or struggling in relationships, our Annapolis-based therapists use comprehensive mental health assessments to better understand your unique needs and guide your care. We don’t just check boxes—we listen, we collaborate, and we help you chart a path toward lasting emotional wellness.

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How We Can Help:

We support individuals, couples, and families with a wide range of concerns, including:

Managing stress, anger, and overwhelming feelings

Navigating relationship and family challenges

Breaking cycles of unhealthy coping habits

Building confidence and self-awareness

Processing grief, trauma, or past experiences

Exploring identity, purpose, and values

Feeling more connected—to yourself and others

Mental Health Assessments That Start with Real Connection

At Annapolis Counseling Center, we believe a meaningful mental health assessment is more than just answering questions—it’s about creating a space where you feel truly seen. Healing doesn’t happen through a checklist; it happens through genuine connection, trust, and collaboration.

That’s why our therapists take the time to understand not just your symptoms, but your story. Whether you’re facing a crisis, navigating a major life transition, or simply wondering if therapy is right for you, our comprehensive mental health assessments are designed to meet you where you are—with care, compassion, and clinical insight.

You don’t have to figure it all out alone. You’re welcome here.

What does a mental health assessment include?

A mental health assessment is a comprehensive evaluation designed to understand your emotional, psychological, and behavioral functioning. It typically includes:

  • Personal history: Medical history, family background, and any past mental health issues.

  • Current symptoms: Mood, behavior, sleep patterns, energy levels, thought patterns.

  • Cognitive function: Memory, attention, and problem-solving abilities.

  • Risk assessment: Evaluating potential harm to self or others, including suicidal thoughts or behaviors.

  • Psychosocial factors: Stressors, relationships, work/school issues, and support systems.

  • Screening tools or questionnaires: Standardized forms (e.g., PHQ-9, GAD-7) to measure specific symptoms like depression or anxiety.

What are the 5 areas of the mental status exam (MSE)?

The Mental Status Exam is a structured way for a clinician to observe and document a person’s mental functioning. The five primary areas are:

  1. Appearance and Behavior
    – Hygiene, clothing, body language, eye contact, motor activity.

  2. Mood and Affect
    – Reported emotional state (mood) and observed emotional expression (affect).

  3. Speech and Language
    – Rate, volume, coherence, and appropriateness of speech.

  4. Thought Process and Content
    – How thoughts are organized and whether there are delusions, obsessions, or suicidal/homicidal ideation.

  5. Cognition
    – Orientation (person, place, time), memory, attention, insight, and judgment.

What are the 10 common warning signs of a mental health crisis?

Recognizing a mental health crisis early can be lifesaving. Here are ten common warning signs:

  1. Sudden or extreme mood swings

  2. Withdrawal from friends, family, or activities

  3. Increased agitation, anger, or violent behavior

  4. Talking about death, dying, or suicide

  5. Loss of reality (hallucinations, delusions, paranoia)

  6. Feelings of hopelessness or worthlessness

  7. Substance abuse or increase in risky behaviors

  8. Changes in sleeping or eating habits

  9. Inability to carry out daily tasks (work, hygiene, etc.)

  10. Panic attacks or overwhelming anxiety

Email

info@annapoliscounselingcenter.com

Phone

(410) 280-9444

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Address

147 Old Solomons Island Rd Suite 303, Annapolis, MD 21401

Hours

Mon-Fri: 8:00am - 8:00pm
Sat-Sun: By Appointment Only

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