Reaching out to a psychiatrist often happens after symptoms have persisted longer than expected. Many people are unsure whether they need therapy, medication, or simply a clearer understanding of what is happening.
Eastern Psychiatric provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and treatment for adults, adolescents, and children living in Haddonfield and surrounding communities. Our approach focuses on identifying the cause of symptoms first and then building a practical treatment plan that improves everyday functioning.
Our office is located a short drive from Haddonfield in Cherry Hill, and both in-person and telehealth visits are available depending on clinical needs.
Families and adults from Haddonfield frequently seek care when emotional or attention symptoms begin interfering with school performance, work responsibilities, or relationships. We evaluate anxiety, ADHD, depression, panic symptoms, mood instability, emotional regulation difficulties, school avoidance, stress overload, sleep disruption, and changes in motivation or confidence.
Some individuals benefit from therapy strategies, some from medication, and others from understanding the underlying cause of their symptoms. The evaluation determines the most appropriate plan.
Children and adolescents often express distress through behavior rather than words. Parents may notice irritability, withdrawal from activities, declining grades, sleep changes, excessive frustration, or loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities.
We work with both the child and parents to clarify the source of the change and to develop practical steps that help the child function more comfortably at home and in school.
Adults commonly seek care after prolonged anxiety, exhaustion, difficulty concentrating, or reduced motivation. Life transitions, work pressure, and chronic stress can gradually affect performance even in highly capable individuals.
Treatment focuses on restoring clarity, emotional balance, and daily functioning rather than simply masking symptoms.
Medication can be helpful when matched to the correct diagnosis. We emphasize thorough evaluation before prescribing, conservative dosing, monitoring effectiveness, and periodically reassessing whether medication is still needed.
Many patients arrive after partial improvement elsewhere, often because the underlying condition had not been fully clarified.
Many Haddonfield families seek care for students experiencing academic pressure, performance anxiety, attention difficulties, or emotional stress. We help students and adults regain confidence, focus, and stability so they can function effectively in school and daily life.
Led by Dr. Alex Strauss, board-certified in Adult and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, our practice evaluates biological, psychological, developmental, and environmental contributors to symptoms.
We treat children, adolescents, college students, adults, and families with the goal of meaningful improvement in functioning and well-being.
Eastern Psychiatric is located nearby in Cherry Hill, making visits easy for Haddonfield families. Telehealth appointments are also available when appropriate.
If symptoms are interfering with daily life, an evaluation can provide clarity and direction.
Phone: 856-830-5413