No. While many families come to us through pediatrician referrals, you can schedule directly by calling our Tysons office or completing our online inquiry form. If your pediatrician has records or concerns to share, we're happy to coordinate with them (with your permission).

Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) are advanced practice registered nurses with specialized training in mental health. They can diagnose conditions, prescribe medication, and conduct comprehensive evaluations. Most initial evaluations at our Tysons clinic are performed by our experienced psychiatric NPs, who specialize in pediatric mental health.

Child psychologists hold doctoral degrees (PhD or PsyD) and are trained in psychological testing, assessment, and therapy. At Blackbird Health, you'll have access to both - our PMHNPs conduct most initial evaluations, while our psychologists provide specialized testing, ongoing therapy, and work collaboratively with NPs on your child's care. All work together as a coordinated team, so you get the best of both worlds.

Most initial evaluations at our Tysons clinic are conducted by our experienced psychiatric nurse practitioners, who specialize in pediatric mental health and comprehensive diagnostic assessments. If specialized psychological testing is needed, our child psychologists are available to provide additional assessment and work collaboratively with your NP to create a complete picture of your child's needs.

It depends on your child's needs. Some families see significant improvement within 6-12 weeks. Others benefit from longer-term support, especially for complex or co-occurring conditions. We'll give you a realistic timeline after the initial evaluation and adjust as your child progresses. Our goal is always to equip your child with skills they can use independently, not keep them in therapy forever.

Yes. Many families work with us to get appropriate school accommodations through 504 plans or IEPs. Our evaluations provide documentation schools often require, and we can advocate for you with school counselors, teachers, or special education teams (with your permission) to ensure your child gets the support they need.

Our Tysons clinic includes psychiatric nurse practitioners who specialize in pediatric medication management. If medication is recommended, they'll explain options, answer your questions, and monitor your child closely. Many families appreciate that medication management happens in the same place as therapy, our providers coordinate so everyone is on the same page.

Yes. Blackbird Health serves children as young as 2 years old. For younger children, we use play-based assessment and therapy approaches that are developmentally appropriate and engaging.

You're not alone, many families come to us after unsuccessful experiences elsewhere. Often, therapy doesn't work because: (1) an underlying condition wasn't identified, (2) the approach wasn't right for the child, or (3) there wasn't coordination between providers. Our comprehensive evaluation uncovers what was missed, and our coordinated care team ensures all factors are addressed. That's why 85% of our patients see meaningful improvement.

Our psychiatric nurse practitioners are highly trained in pediatric mental health and conduct thorough evaluations that identify ADHD, anxiety, depression, autism, and other conditions. They can diagnose, prescribe medication when appropriate, and coordinate all aspects of your child's care.

Our child psychologists are available when specialized psychological testing is needed, for ongoing therapy, or for consultation on complex cases. Both work together as part of your child's coordinated care team, ensuring your child receives exactly the expertise they need.

Yes. Cambridge Plaza offers ample free parking directly outside our building. The location is easily accessible from Route 7, Route 123, and I-495.