Clinical Evaluation
Discuss opioid use history, withdrawal symptoms, medical history, psychiatric history, current medications, previous treatment, and personal recovery goals.
East Cobb Psychiatry provides confidential psychiatric evaluation and medication management for eligible adults seeking treatment for opioid use disorder in Hiram, Dallas, Powder Springs, Marietta, Acworth, and surrounding Georgia communities.
Opioid use disorder can affect physical health, emotional well-being, relationships, work, and daily life. Professional treatment begins with understanding each patient's history, symptoms, current medications, previous treatment, and individual goals.
Suboxone contains buprenorphine and naloxone and may be considered for some patients with opioid use disorder following an appropriate clinical evaluation.
Treatment is individualized. Medication selection, dosage, monitoring, follow-up requirements, and other recommendations are determined according to the patient's clinical needs and professional judgment.

Treatment begins with an individualized evaluation and may include medication management and appropriate follow-up based on clinical needs.
Discuss opioid use history, withdrawal symptoms, medical history, psychiatric history, current medications, previous treatment, and personal recovery goals.
When clinically appropriate, treatment may include medication management with education about expectations, safety, monitoring, and follow-up.
Follow-up visits allow the provider to monitor progress, medication response, possible side effects, adherence, safety, and changing treatment needs.
Contact East Cobb Psychiatry to discuss current appointment availability and what information may be 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 considerations, and personal treatment goals.
Follow the individualized appointment and monitoring 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 thoughtful evaluation, respectful communication, clinical judgment, and individualized treatment planning.
Treatment decisions are made after considering each patient's medical history, psychiatric history, opioid use history, current medications, symptoms, previous treatment, and relevant safety considerations.
East Cobb Psychiatry serves eligible Georgia adults from Hiram, Dallas, Powder Springs, Marietta, Acworth, Kennesaw, Smyrna, Douglasville, and surrounding communities. Contact the office to discuss appointment availability and appropriate next steps.
Suboxone contains buprenorphine and naloxone and may be used as part of treatment for opioid use disorder following an appropriate clinical evaluation.
East Cobb Psychiatry serves eligible Georgia adults, including patients from Hiram, Dallas, Powder Springs, Marietta, Acworth, and surrounding communities.
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 requirements depend on the patient's individualized treatment plan, clinical needs, medication response, and appropriate monitoring considerations.
Yes. Contact East Cobb Psychiatry to ask about current insurance participation, payment options, appointment availability, and new-patient requirements.
This practice website is not intended for emergency treatment. For a suspected 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.