Clinical Evaluation
Discuss opioid use history, withdrawal symptoms, current medications, medical and psychiatric history, previous treatment, and individual recovery goals.
East Cobb Psychiatry provides confidential psychiatric evaluation and medication-assisted treatment for eligible adults seeking support for opioid use disorder in Dallas, Hiram, Powder Springs, Acworth, Marietta, and surrounding Georgia communities.
Opioid use disorder is a medical condition that can affect health, relationships, work, emotional wellness, and everyday stability. Seeking professional care can be an important step toward recovery.
Suboxone is a brand-name medication containing buprenorphine and naloxone. Buprenorphine-based treatment may be considered for eligible patients after an appropriate clinical evaluation.
Every patient is evaluated individually. Medication selection, dosage, follow-up requirements, monitoring, and treatment recommendations are determined according to clinical needs and professional judgment.

Care begins with an individualized clinical evaluation and may include medication management and appropriate follow-up based on each patient's treatment needs.
Discuss opioid use history, withdrawal symptoms, current medications, medical and psychiatric history, previous treatment, and individual recovery goals.
When clinically appropriate, treatment may include medication management with education regarding safety, expectations, monitoring, and follow-up.
Follow-up appointments help monitor progress, medication response, possible side effects, adherence, recovery needs, and changing treatment goals.
Contact East Cobb Psychiatry to learn about current availability and any records, forms, pharmacy information, identification, or other information required before evaluation.
Call 770-525-7415 or submit an appointment request online.
Complete requested forms and provide relevant medical, medication, pharmacy, and treatment information.
Discuss opioid use history, symptoms, previous treatment, safety concerns, and treatment goals.
Follow the individualized monitoring and appointment plan recommended by your provider.

Shashank Jha, MBBS, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC, brings more than 30 years of healthcare and mental health experience. His approach emphasizes careful evaluation, respectful communication, clinical judgment, and individualized treatment planning.
Treatment is not based on a predetermined prescription. Medication decisions are made after evaluation of medical history, psychiatric history, substance-use history, current medications, symptoms, previous treatment, and safety considerations.
East Cobb Psychiatry serves eligible adults in Dallas, Hiram, Powder Springs, Acworth, Kennesaw, Marietta, Douglasville, and other communities throughout Georgia. Contact the office to discuss availability and the appropriate next steps for evaluation.
Suboxone is a brand-name medication containing buprenorphine and naloxone. It may be considered as part of treatment for opioid use disorder after an appropriate clinical evaluation.
East Cobb Psychiatry serves eligible Georgia adults, including patients from Dallas, Hiram, Powder Springs, Acworth, and other surrounding communities. Contact the office to confirm current appointment availability.
No. Requesting or attending an appointment does not guarantee that Suboxone, buprenorphine, or another medication will be prescribed. Treatment decisions are based on an individualized clinical evaluation and professional judgment.
Follow-up and monitoring requirements are determined according to the patient's treatment plan, clinical needs, medication response, and other safety considerations.
Yes. Contact East Cobb Psychiatry to ask about current insurance participation, payment options, appointment requirements, and scheduling.
No. If you suspect an overdose, medical emergency, or immediate danger, call 911. For a mental health crisis, call or text 988.
Contact East Cobb Psychiatry to ask about opioid use disorder evaluation, medication management, appointment availability, payment options, and the new-patient process.