Mental Health Services

The term "mental health disorder" is a general name for a wide range of conditions related to mental functioning that affect your thinking, emotion regulation and/or behavior. Some of the most common mental health conditions are:

• Anxiety Disorders
• Depression
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Trauma
• Bipolar Disorder
• Borderline Personality Disorder
• Eating Disorders

First, please know that you don't have to figure this out on your own. Talking with our therapists will help you understand what's going on and what kind of support will be most helpful. Temporary mental health challenges often come in response to specific stressors like the death of a loved one, job loss, a major illness or a breakup. Symptoms tend to improve with time, support and self-care. Chronic challenges, on the other hand, involve psychiatric symptoms that consistently and seriously impair your daily functioning, relationships and sense of self. No matter what you're facing, our mental health professionals are here for you with compassionate care and guidance.

If your emotions, thoughts or stress are starting to feel overwhelming, lasting more than a couple of weeks, or affecting your daily life or relationships, it might be a good time to reach out. But you don't have to wait for things to get worse. Check out our free, no-obligation information session designed to help you explore whether therapy could be helpful for you. It's simply a conversation—no pressure, no commitment—just a safe space to talk and get clarity.

Here are other questions to get you thinking about what kind of support you might need:

• Am I uninterested in things I used to enjoy?
• Have I been getting overly emotional or overly agitated?
• Am I relying on alcohol or other drugs to feel better?
• Do I have difficulty staying focused or concentrating?
• Have I been avoiding social interaction?
• Have my eating patterns or sleeping patterns changed?
• Do I have suicidal thoughts or thoughts about harming others?

These questions are just a starting place and not a substitute for a mental health assessment with a licensed mental health professional. In addition to diagnosing your condition, a mental health professional will determine whether counseling, medications or other kinds of care and support are most appropriate for you.

Another note: With so much information on the Internet, it’s tempting to self-diagnose a mental health condition. We can see a list of signs and symptoms and think we know what we have. Or a loved one might be offering their diagnosis. Again, a mental health evaluation by a licensed provider is the most helpful place to start.

Your first appointment will be a time for us to get to know you. You'll meet with one of our Hazelden Betty Ford experts. They'll ask some questions. You'll have a chance to ask questions. And during that conversation, we'll compile a comprehensive evaluation that typically includes:

• Taking a mental health history
• Identifying any medical conditions
• Learning about your family history and social history
• Identifying any exposure to trauma
• Discussing your substance use

Not necessarily. Medications like antidepressants, mood stabilizers and antipsychotics are often used in combination with psychotherapy to treat mental illness, but your treatment plan will depend on your diagnosis and your specific needs.

Our licensed and credentialed mental health professionals are highly skilled in evidence-based practices, meaning they use therapies backed by scientific evidence and tailor care to meet your specific needs. Our psychologists and therapists have deep expertise in:

• Motivational Interviewing
• Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Yes, we specialize in residential, outpatient and telehealth treatment programs for co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Our clinical teams take a holistic approach to your care, addressing all interrelated symptoms of addiction and other mental health conditions (anxiety, depression, trauma, etc.) at the same time.

What a great question! Even the smallest changes in your daily habits and practices can have a powerfully positive impact on your mental health. Here are three simple things you can do to support your mental health:

• Practice gratitude - Start your day or end your day by writing down something/someone/some experience you’re thankful for
• Move around - Even a little physical activity is good for your outlook and emotional health
• Connect with people - Talk to a friend or even a friendly face at the grocery store—social interaction is a mood booster

Be patient with yourself as you adjust your daily routine and try new practices. It takes at least six months to change a behavior.