Behavioral Health Services
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The Family Health Centers recognize the importance of offering healthcare for
the whole person: body, mind and spirit. As part of the healthcare team our
Behavioral Health staff work closely with you and your Family Health Center
medical provider.
Types of services available include*:
·
Mental health
and substance abuse assessment and diagnosis
·
Brief
solution-focused consultation for mental health, substance abuse and health
related problems.
·
Health
behavior coaching for patients with chronic medical conditions.
·
Care
Management for diabetes and obesity
·
Medication
consultations
·
Education
about mental health and substance abuse issues
·
Referrals to
specialized services as needed.
*Services
vary by location and may not be available at each clinic.
Mental health services are offered to Family Health Center patients with any
number of emotional or behavioral difficulties including:
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Depression and/or Anxiety
·
Adjustment difficulties
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Stress
·
Exposure to trauma
·
Interpersonal losses
·
Difficulties adhering to prescribed medications
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Medical illnesses or problems such as diabetes, smoking, chronic pain, etc.
·
Alcohol abuse or misuse
Behavioral Health Staff
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Licensed
Clinical Social Workers
·
Psychiatric
Nurse Practitioner (APRN)
·
Registered
Dietitian
·
Behavioral
Health Assistants
·
Office
Coordinator
Behavioral Health Services are available on referral from Family Health Center
medical providers only. For more information talk with your medical provider
during your next medical visit.
For information about resources in the community call……
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The Crisis and Information Center….. 502.589.4313
(Deaf Relay/TDD
line 589.4259)
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The Center for Women & Families…..24
hour Toll-free Crisis Line 877.803.7577 or 581.7200
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Metro Call
311
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Adult and Child Protective
Services…..502.595.4550
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