Signs a child may need an evaluation
- Attention or behavior problems that teachers keep raising
- Worry, stomachaches or refusing to go to school
- Sadness, irritability or withdrawal lasting several weeks
- Frequent meltdowns or aggression
- Big changes in sleep, eating or grades
- Social difficulties or very rigid routines
Not sure where to start? Book a psychiatric evaluation in Franklin, learn about telehealth psychiatry or contact our team.
Supporting Franklin students and families
Families with children at Franklin High School and Franklin Middle School come to us when struggles start to affect learning, friendships or home life. With your consent we can share clinical information for a 504 plan or IEP meeting.
Living in Franklin
Franklin is a small city where several rivers meet, with residents working in manufacturing, healthcare and retail. The drive to Salem is about an hour, so most Franklin patients see us by secure video.
Teenagers
Teens are seen with respect for their growing independence. We explain confidentiality and its limits at the start, so both the teen and parents know what will be shared.
Getting care from Franklin
Our office is in Salem, about an hour from Franklin, so most Franklin patients see us by secure video from home. When an in-person visit is needed, we plan it so the trip is worthwhile.
Frequently asked questions
How should I explain the visit to my child?
Keep it simple: a doctor who helps with feelings, worries or focus wants to get to know them.
Will my child need medication?
Not automatically. It is considered only when it is likely to help.
What ages do you see?
Children from age 4 and teens through 17, continuing into adulthood.
Do I have to travel to Salem from Franklin?
Usually not for every visit. Most Franklin patients are seen by secure video, with an in-person visit in Salem only when needed.
Related services
- ADHD Evaluation & Treatment in Franklin, NH
- Psychiatric Evaluation in Franklin, NH
- Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist in Nashua, NH
- Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist in Tilton, NH
Book an appointment
Call 603-600-8330 or use our contact form. Office: 215 South Broadway, Unit 129, Salem, NH 03079.
If you or someone you care about is in immediate danger, call 911. For a mental health crisis, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), available 24/7. PsychNashua does not provide emergency care.