Child PsychiatryChild Psychiatry in Atlanta, GA
Are you worried about your child and not sure where to turn? When your child is struggling with anxiety, sadness, anger, ADHD, behavior, or emotional changes, it can be difficult to know what they need.
A psychiatric evaluation can help you understand what is happening and create a clear, personalized plan to help your child feel calmer, more confident, and more like themselves.
Does Any Of This Feel Familiar?
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Has your child’s worry, sadness, or anger started to take over your home and their childhood?
Concern 02
Are you getting calls from school about focus, behavior, or meltdowns that you do not see the same way at home — or see all too well?
Concern 03
Have you been told your child "should grow out of it," but your gut tells you they need more support now?
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Are you afraid of medication, unsure about a diagnosis, and simply want someone to actually listen?
When your child is struggling, it can feel frightening and isolating. You may lie awake replaying the day, wondering whether you missed something or did something wrong.
You haven’t…
Reaching out for help is one of the most loving and protective things a parent can do, and you do not have to figure this out alone.
Clear Answers Can Help Your Child Move Forward
Watching your child struggle can be heartbreaking. Whether they're experiencing anxiety, sadness, frequent emotional outbursts, difficulty focusing, behavioral changes, or simply don't seem like themselves, it's natural to wonder what's really going on and how to help.
A comprehensive psychiatric evaluation is designed to look beyond the symptoms. Rather than focusing on a diagnosis alone, Dr. Jared Kiddoe takes time to understand your child's emotional, developmental, medical, family, and school experiences to gain a complete picture of what may be contributing to their struggles.
The goal isn't simply to label a problem. It's to understand your child as a whole person and create a thoughtful, individualized treatment plan that helps them feel more confident, regulated, connected, and able to thrive both at home and at school.
If Your Child Is Struggling, You Are Far From Alone
Childhood mental health concerns are far more common than most families realize.
Approximately 11%
Roughly 11% of children ages 3 to 17 have been diagnosed with anxiety. ADHD and other attention-related concerns are also common.¹
A Reason for Hope
13%–20%
Between 13% and 20% of children in the United States experience a mental health condition in any given year.¹
By Age 14
Research indicates that half of all lifetime mental health conditions begin by age 14.²
These statistics are not a reason to panic. Childhood is exactly when appropriate support can positively change the direction of a child’s life.
Why Early, Expert Help Makes Such A Difference
Children aren’t just small adults. Their brains, bodies, and emotions are developing quickly, and the same symptom can mean very different things at different ages. That’s why a careful, child-specific evaluation matters so much and why guesswork or a rushed fifteen-minute visit rarely tells the whole story. With expert child psychiatry, we can understand your child accurately and support them in a way that fits who they are.
Child Psychiatry That Treats Your Whole Child - And Supports You
My approach to child psychiatry begins with truly understanding your child. We start with a thorough evaluation, not just a checklist, but a real conversation about your child’s history, temperament, school, friendships, sleep, family, and the strengths that make them who they are. From there, I work with you to build a clear, individualized plan.
That plan may or may not include medication. When medication is the right tool, I prescribe carefully and conservatively, always starting with your questions answered and your consent fully informed. Because I’m also trained as a therapist, I bring a theraputic lens to every child I see, and I can weave in therapeutic support rather than reaching only for a prescription pad. You can read more about my careful approach to medication management, and about specific concerns like childhood anxiety and autism evaluation.
Throughout, you are my partner. I’ll help you understand what your child is experiencing, what the options are, and what to watch for - so you feel informed and empowered, not handed a label and sent home.
About Dr. Jared KiddoeI’m Dr. Jared Kiddoe, a double board-certified Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatrist and the founder of Authentic Wellness. I created this practice as a boutique experience on purpose: shorter wait times, longer appointments, and care that treats the whole child within the whole family. As a Christian clinician, I’m also deeply attuned to the cultural and family dynamics that shape a child’s world, and I integrate faith into care for the families who want it.
But You May Still Have Questions About Child Psychiatry…
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Not at all. An evaluation is about understanding, not automatically medicating. Many children I see benefit most from therapy, parent support, and school strategies. When medication is appropriate, we discuss it together, and nothing happens without your informed consent.
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Children of all ages can benefit from a thoughtful evaluation. Seeing a child psychiatrist early doesn’t mean something is gravely wrong — it often means a parent is being wise and proactive. The earlier we understand what’s happening, the more we can help.
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Yes — that’s the heart of why I built a boutique practice. I’m not interested in rushed, assembly-line care. I take the time to know your child as a person, and I partner closely with you as the parent who knows them best.
Let’s Help Your Child Feel Like Themselves Again
You don’t have to keep worrying alone. If you’re ready for clear answers and caring, expert support, I’d be honored to help your family.
To begin child psychiatry in Georgia or South Carolina — in person in Atlanta or by telehealth — please complete the New Client Inquiry form and a member of our team will reach out promptly.
What you need to know-
Authentic Wellness Group is a private-pay practice and does not participate with insurance plans. This allows us to make treatment recommendations based on your individual clinical needs rather than insurance requirements, while providing thoughtful evaluations and personalized psychiatric care.
Payment is due at the time of service. Upon request, we can provide a superbill that you may submit to your insurance company for possible out-of-network reimbursement. Reimbursement is not guaranteed, so we encourage you to contact your insurance provider directly to confirm your benefits.
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Psychiatric Intake - $500 - 90 minutes
30 minute follow up - $250
50 minute follow up. - $450
*Please inquire about pricing for longer or intensive sessions.
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Please note, Authentic Marriages requires 48 hours notice to cancel or reschedule a session otherwise a cancellation fee is charged at the rate of your full session fee.
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Our therapy services are designed for adults only, offered as individual therapy for adults navigating life's challenges and couples therapy for partners seeking to strengthen their relationship.
If you are looking for psychiatric care for a child or teenager, Dr. Kiddoe does provide psychiatric services for children and adolescents. Please don't hesitate to reach out — we're happy to help point you in the right direction.