Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist in Cherry Hill, NJ
Multidisciplinary Mental Health Group
Eastern Psychiatric provides comprehensive child psychiatry services in Cherry Hill, NJ for children and adolescents experiencing emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Our psychiatrist-led team works closely with families throughout South Jersey to provide thoughtful evaluation, diagnosis, and individualized treatment plans tailored to each child’s needs.
When to See a Child Psychiatrist
Parents often seek a child psychiatrist when their child’s emotional or behavioral challenges begin to interfere with school performance, relationships, or daily functioning. Early evaluation can provide clarity, guidance, and effective treatment options tailored to your child’s needs.
ADHD
Children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may struggle with inattention, impulsivity, hyperactivity, disorganization, or difficulty completing tasks. A child psychiatrist can provide a comprehensive evaluation, clarify diagnosis, and determine whether behavioral strategies, school accommodations, therapy, or medication may be helpful.
Anxiety
Childhood anxiety may present as excessive worry, separation difficulties, school avoidance, sleep problems, physical complaints (such as stomachaches), or social withdrawal. Psychiatric evaluation can help distinguish typical developmental fears from anxiety disorders and guide evidence-based treatment.
Depression
Depression in children and adolescents can look different than in adults. Irritability, low motivation, withdrawal from friends, declining school performance, changes in sleep or appetite, and feelings of hopelessness may all signal concern. Early intervention improves outcomes and supports long-term emotional health.
Behavioral Challenges
Frequent emotional outbursts, defiance, aggression, or difficulty regulating emotions may indicate underlying mood, anxiety, trauma-related, or neurodevelopmental conditions. A thorough psychiatric assessment helps identify contributing factors and create a structured treatment plan.
School Concerns
Academic struggles, attention problems, learning challenges, peer conflicts, or school refusal may reflect emotional or psychiatric conditions. We collaborate with families and schools when appropriate to support accommodations and individualized plans.
Mood Instability
Significant mood swings, intense irritability, periods of elevated energy, or rapid emotional shifts warrant careful evaluation. A child psychiatrist can assess for mood disorders and determine appropriate therapeutic and medical interventions.
Trauma
Children who have experienced stressful or traumatic events may develop symptoms such as anxiety, emotional withdrawal, sleep disturbances, behavioral changes, or heightened reactivity. Trauma-informed psychiatric care focuses on safety, stability, and gradual healing.
Medication Management
When medication is indicated, we provide careful, evidence-based prescribing and ongoing monitoring. Our goal is always to use the lowest effective dose, consider developmental factors, and integrate medication within a broader treatment plan that may include therapy and family support.
Our Approach to Child Psychiatry
At Eastern Psychiatric, our approach to child psychiatry in Cherry Hill, NJ begins with a thorough, developmentally informed evaluation that considers the whole child — emotional health, behavior, academic functioning, family dynamics, and medical history. As a psychiatrist-led, multidisciplinary practice, we integrate psychiatric expertise with therapeutic support to create individualized treatment plans tailored to each child’s unique strengths and challenges. When appropriate, we incorporate evidence-based therapy, school collaboration, parent guidance, and careful medication management. Our goal is not simply symptom reduction, but long-term emotional stability, healthy development, and improved functioning at home, in school, and in relationships throughout South Jersey.
Serving Families in Cherry Hill and South Jersey
Our office is conveniently located in Cherry Hill, NJ, serving families in Haddonfield, Voorhees, Marlton, Medford, Moorestown, and throughout Camden and Burlington Counties.
Schedule a Child Psychiatry Consultation
We serve families throughout Camden and Burlington Counties, including Cherry Hill, Haddonfield, Voorhees, Marlton, and Medford.
If you are looking for a child psychiatrist in Cherry Hill, NJ, we welcome you to contact our office to schedule an initial consultation. Our team provides thoughtful, individualized psychiatric care for children and adolescents throughout South Jersey. We are a private, out-of-network practice and are happy to discuss scheduling and next steps.
Call us at (856) 830-5413 to schedule a consultation