TL;DR
Answers to the most common questions patients ask about anxiety, depression, ADHD, and mental health care at Dr. Jedidiah Oldham’s office in Spanish Fork. Dr. Oldham treats mental health conditions as part of primary care, not as a separate referral. Call (385) 265-6060 for questions not covered below.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mental Health Care
Dr. Oldham diagnoses and treats mild to moderate anxiety and depression in the office using SSRIs, SNRIs, behavioral strategies, and ongoing monitoring. He refers to psychiatry for severe cases, treatment-resistant conditions, or patients who need medication combinations beyond primary care scope. Most patients manage their mental health with Dr. Oldham long term.
Yes. Dr. Oldham diagnoses ADHD through a structured evaluation using Vanderbilt scales (children) or the ASRS (adults) and prescribes stimulant and non-stimulant medications when indicated. He monitors medication effectiveness, side effects, appetite, and sleep at regular follow-up visits and adjusts the treatment plan based on real data from each check-in.
Dr. Oldham uses validated screening tools at routine visits: the PHQ-9 for depression, GAD-7 for anxiety, ASRS for ADHD, and the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale for postpartum patients. He also screens during annual physicals, chronic disease follow-ups, and any visit where a patient mentions mood changes, sleep problems, or difficulty concentrating.
Yes. Telehealth visits work well for mental health check-ins because the evaluation relies on conversation and validated questionnaires instead of a physical exam. Dr. Oldham uses telehealth for medication management, dose adjustments, and symptom monitoring. He schedules initial evaluations in person and uses telehealth for stable follow-ups.
Mental health visits are documented in your medical record with the same privacy protections as any other office visit under HIPAA. Dr. Oldham does not share your mental health information with employers, family members, or anyone else without your written consent. For adolescents, he provides confidential time during the visit and explains the limits of confidentiality to both the teen and the parent.
Dr. Oldham incorporates behavioral strategies and brief counseling techniques into office visits, but he does not provide structured psychotherapy (such as weekly CBT or talk therapy sessions). When a patient needs ongoing therapy alongside medication, Dr. Oldham refers to licensed therapists in the Spanish Fork area and coordinates care so both providers are aligned on the treatment plan.
Most SSRIs and SNRIs take two to four weeks to show initial improvement and six to eight weeks for full effect. Dr. Oldham schedules a follow-up at four weeks to assess response, adjust the dose if needed, and monitor for side effects. He sets this expectation at the first visit so patients do not abandon a medication before it has had time to work.
Call (385) 265-6060 or book online. Mention that you want to discuss a mental health concern so the front desk reserves adequate appointment time. The office is at 972 N 600 E, Spanish Fork, UT 84660.
Medical disclaimer: These answers are for general informational purposes. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, call 988 (Suicide and Crisis Lifeline) or go to your nearest emergency room.
Content accuracy: Based on current AAFP, APA, and AAP recommendations. Last reviewed April 2026.