FAQs

The first step is to request a complimentary 15-minute consultation. During this brief call, you can share what you are seeking help with, ask initial questions, and discuss whether Unchained Brain™ may be a good fit for your needs. If you decide to move forward, the appropriate intake, evaluation, or treatment appointment will be scheduled. Appointments are available Monday through Friday; please contact the practice for current availability.

Unchained Brain™ provides virtual services exclusively to adults ages 18 and older. Dr. Carballea works with patients located in Florida and, when eligible, participating PSYPACT jurisdictions. All appointments are conducted through a secure telehealth platform, and services are available in English and Spanish.

No. Many people are unsure whether they need psychotherapy, cognitive rehabilitation, adult ADHD testing, or a comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation. The complimentary consultation can help clarify your concerns and determine the most appropriate starting point.

Psychotherapy primarily focuses on emotional well-being, coping, behavioral patterns, relationships, grief, stress, and adjustment to life or health changes. Cognitive rehabilitation focuses more directly on managing cognitive difficulties involving attention, memory, organization, planning, problem-solving, executive functioning, and cognitive fatigue. Because cognitive and emotional concerns often overlap, treatment may incorporate elements of both approaches depending on the patient's needs and goals.

An adult ADHD evaluation focuses on determining whether difficulties with attention, organization, time management, task initiation, follow-through, impulsivity, or executive functioning are consistent with ADHD. It also examines other cognitive, emotional, medical, or situational factors that may contribute to similar difficulties. A comprehensive neuropsychological evaluation examines a broader range of cognitive abilities and is often appropriate when concerns involve memory changes, traumatic brain injury, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, mild cognitive impairment, dementia, or another medical or neurological condition. The complimentary consultation can help determine which evaluation is most appropriate.

An evaluation generally includes a detailed clinical interview, selected tests and questionnaires based on the referral question, and a feedback session. The assessment may examine areas such as attention, memory, learning, processing speed, language, problem-solving, executive functioning, and emotional functioning. The length and number of appointments depend on the type and scope of the evaluation. Patients receive a written report explaining the findings, clinical impressions, and individualized recommendations. The anticipated process and scheduling requirements will be reviewed before the evaluation begins.

A physician’s referral is not generally required to contact the practice or request a consultation. However, certain insurance plans or services may require a referral or prior authorization. Dr. Carballea participates with several insurance plans for eligible services. Coverage varies depending on the plan, service requested, patient location, and insurance requirements. Insurance coverage for psychotherapy does not necessarily mean that an evaluation, ADHD testing, or cognitive rehabilitation will be covered. Benefits and anticipated costs should be verified before services begin.

For self-pay patients, the initial psychotherapy intake is $250, and ongoing 60-minute psychotherapy sessions are $200. Adult ADHD evaluations are $1,400, and comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations are $2,500. Fees and payment expectations will be reviewed before services are scheduled. Insurance coverage may vary depending on the service and individual plan.

When an evaluation supports a diagnosis such as ADHD, recommendations may include consulting with a qualified prescribing provider about medication options. With the patient’s written authorization, Dr. Carballea may share evaluation findings or collaborate with the patient’s psychiatrist, primary care physician, neurologist, or another healthcare provider. Medication decisions—including whether medication is appropriate, which medication is selected, and how it is monitored—are made by the prescribing provider.