Behavioral Health

Behavioral health facilities offer inpatient and outpatient treatment for mental illnesses and substance use issues. Inpatient care helps you begin new medicines, adjust to new symptoms and focus on recovery without the stresses of daily life.

With intensive outpatient therapy, you live at home and attend therapy sessions several times a week. This option may work better for people who need to work or go to school. Before you choose either form of help, be sure to check with your health insurance to see what is covered.

When choosing a facility, consider these questions:

• What form of therapy will I receive? Cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, art therapy, etc.? Individual or group therapy? In-person or online therapy?
• How often is therapy offered?
• Does the facility require tests when admitted? If so, what are they?
• Who will perform these tests?
• Who will evaluate me after admission, and will this same person see me regularly? What are their qualifications? 
• How are loved ones involved during treatment?
• How long should I expect treatment to last?

Also seek out recommendations from your doctor, counselor, friends and family to help decide what facility works best for you.

Additional Resources:

National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH): www.nimh.nih.gov

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: www.samhsa.gov

Washington County Behavioral Health and Developmental Services

Call Us: 724-228-6832 (local) or 800-692-7288 (statewide)

Visit Us: washingtoncountyhumanservices.com/agencies/behavioral-health-developmental-services