New patient information
Becoming a New Patient at Betts Psychiatric
We are dedicated to helping our patients work toward better mental health. Here's how to get started.
Three simple steps
How the new-patient process works
If you're interested in becoming a patient, complete the brief request form below. After you submit it, you'll receive an email from Betts Psychiatric with a link to the required, fillable new-patient documents. Once those are complete, we'll contact you by phone to schedule your 90-minute intake appointment.
Submit the request form
Fill out the brief new-patient request form below to tell us you'd like to become a patient.
Complete your documents
We'll email you a secure link to the fillable new-patient paperwork to complete before your visit.
Schedule your intake
Our office calls you to schedule your 90-minute initial psychiatric evaluation.
Get started
New patient request form
Please use the secure form below to request care. For your privacy, do not include detailed symptoms or other protected health information here — this form is only to start the new-patient process.
Prefer to talk to a person? Call us at 208-886-3131 during business hours.
Your first visit
What to expect at your initial appointment
At your first psychiatric appointment, your clinician will review your concerns, symptoms, mental health history, family history, substance use history, trauma history (as appropriate), medical history, past and current medications, and treatment responses. You'll discuss your goals for care and have time to ask questions.
This visit focuses on understanding your needs and may include an initial diagnosis and treatment recommendations. Laboratory tests may be ordered when clinically appropriate to support safe and effective treatment. The appointment is confidential, collaborative, and paced to your comfort level.
Helpful to have ready
- A photo ID and your insurance card
- A list of current medications and dosages
- Names of past and current providers
- Relevant records or prior treatment history
- Questions or goals you'd like to discuss
Already a patient? Use the patient portal for non-urgent messages, scheduling, and records.
We look forward to meeting you
Have questions before you begin? Our team is happy to help.